Difficult Quote by Woodrow Wilson
“If you think too much about being re-elected, it is very difficult to be worth re-electing.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1912 Presidential Campaign, Woodrow Wilson
Obsessing over re‑election harms the qualities that make one re‑electable.
In simple terms: Too much focus on winning hurts performance.
Focus on service, not self‑promotion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- campaign strategy
- policy making
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance ambition with authenticity?
- What actions demonstrate worthiness?
Neglecting substance for image can backfire.