I have three quotes from Harry S. Truman for your consideration:
“Republicans approve of the American farmer,
but they are willing to help him go broke.
They stand four-square for the American home–
but not for housing. They are strong for labor–
but they are stronger for restricting labor’s
rights. They favor minimum wage–the smaller the
minimum wage the better. They endorse educational
opportunity for all–but they won’t spend
money for teachers or for schools. They think
modern medical care and hospitals are fine–
for people who can afford them. They consider
electrical power a great blessing–but only when
the private power companies get their rake-off.
They think American standard of living is a fine
thing–so long as it doesn’t spread to all the
people. And they admire of Government of the
United States so much that they would like to
buy it.”
“The Republicans believe that the power of
government should be used first of all to
help the rich and the privileged in the
country. With them, property, wealth, comes
first. The Democrats believe that the power
of government should be used to give the
common man more protection and a chance to
make a living. With us the people come first.”
“I don’t like bipartisans. Whenever a fellow tells
me he’s bipartisan, I know that he’s going to
vote against me.”
You know what else Harry Truman can tell you? Don’t start land wars in Asia. So, everything you really need to know about how to proceed can be learned from Truman. Here’s a bonus quote:
“Carry the battle to them. Don’t let them bring it to you. Put them on the defensive. And don’t ever apologize for
anything.” -Advice to Hubert Humphrey, NY Times, Sep 20, 1964
You want another one?
“Men make history, and not the other way around. In periods where there is no leadership, society
stands still. Progress occurs when courageous,
skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change
things for the better.”
Take this for advice or inspiration, or whatever. But take it.
