We must remember that politics is more than a power game. The core of politics in my view is to serve our citizens, to serve our fellow human beings.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
There is a circus around politics. But if you think it is a game, then you forget what the purpose of politics actually is.
Politics is not a game. It is an earnest business.
Politics is activity in relation to power.
There is this concept of politics as a dirty game. It's a difficult game, but it doesn't have to be dirty. I think this is what we need to bring to politics. I think politics around the world has very often been captured by big interests - 'lobbies' they call them in the States.
There is this concept of politics as a dirty game.
Politics is a contest among people of diverse backgrounds and philosophies, advocating different solutions to common problems. The system only works when principled, energetic people participate.
Politics means competition, especially in senior positions. If you don't know that, you're not especially suited to politics.
Politics are for foreigners with their endless wrongs and paltry rights. Politics are a lousy way to get things done. Politics are, like God's infinite mercy, a last resort.
I've always sort of thought that politics was a high and noble calling and a good thing to do.
I believe politics is a team sport. That, for awful and unfortunate reasons beyond any of our control, the American system only allows, effectively, for two teams.
No opposing quotes found.