Quotes about "Politics & Government"

When it comes to creativity and to leadership, we need introverts doing what they do best. ”

Voting is the only way to make change in a democracy. ”

To forget that the EPA was borne out of public demand is to invite a real backlash. ”

Sitting at a candidate rally is similar to sitting in a ballyard. Both give you the opportunity to assess the technical metrics and reflect on the intangibles - what baseball calls 'make up' and politics calls 'character' - the leadership, talent and maturity to add value to a venture. ”

The beauty of our democracy lies in the American value of equality: if you vote, you have a seat at the table. If you speak, you have a chance to persuade others. A billionaire and a minimum wage earner have the same power at the ballot box. ”

When it comes to voting rights, Democrats push voter protection while Republicans shout voter fraud in a crowded polling place. Democrats think anyone who can vote should vote; Republicans think everyone who should vote can vote. ”

My firm belief is that people who aspire to public service should have the best advice up front, as they decide whether to run and the people decide whether to support them. ”

When I was a prosecutor in San Francisco I would get advice on trying cases from public defenders and defense attorneys. ”

Voting is a civic sacrament - the highest responsibility we have as Americans. ”

I want to go out and do things... not just stick around having room service for two days. ”