David Axelrod Quotes

A collection of quotes by David Axelrod.

David Axelrod is a prominent American political strategist, consultant, and commentator. Born on February 22, 1955, in New York City, Axelrod has made significant contributions in shaping American politics. He gained recognition as one of the chief architects behind Barack Obama's successful presidential campaigns in 2008 and 2012.

Axelrod had an early start in politics, working as a journalist and then transitioning into political consulting. In 1984, he founded his influential political consulting firm, Axelrod & Associates. Over the years, he worked on numerous high-profile political campaigns, advising various candidates at both the state and national levels.

His breakthrough came when he joined Barack Obama's campaign team in 2004 for the United States Senate. Impressed by Axelrod's strategic approach, Obama brought him on board as his chief campaign strategist for the presidential race in 2008. Axelrod played a pivotal role in crafting Obama's message of hope and change, utilizing grassroots organizing, and appealing to a diverse electorate.

Following Obama's victory, Axelrod served as a senior advisor to the president from 2009 to 2011. During his tenure, he advised Obama on crucial policy issues, including healthcare reform. Additionally, Axelrod co-founded the Institute of Politics at the University of Chicago, where he remains actively involved in training the next generation of political leaders.

Throughout his career, David Axelrod has been recognized for his strategic acumen and ability to connect with voters. He is a trusted voice in American politics and continues to provide commentary as a senior political analyst for CNN.

The truth is that as we move forward, if one side says we ca

The truth is that as we move forward, if one side says we can't raise any taxes on anybody or any interest, and the other side says we can't cut anything, we're obviously not going to make progress on this. And our interest is in making progress on this.

David Axelrod

Truth Progress

I think that the millions and millions of young Americans, y

I think that the millions and millions of young Americans, young Americans, who have health care today, who wouldn't have had it if the president hadn't acted are better off.

David Axelrod

Health

But you say, does it represent change? The change is that we

But you say, does it represent change? The change is that we are fighting an insurance industry that has killed health reform for generations. They're spending tens of millions of dollars right now to defeat this bill, and we're on the doorstep of winning a great victory for the American people.

David Axelrod

Health

Listen, I have a great affection and respect for Joe Biden.

Listen, I have a great affection and respect for Joe Biden. I think he's been a great vice president. He's taken on a lot of tough assignments for our administration.

David Axelrod

Respect

No one wants to go back to a situation where, if you have a

No one wants to go back to a situation where, if you have a pre-existing medical condition, you, you can be deprived of coverage. No one wants to go back to a situation where, if you get seriously ill, you can get thrown off your insurance. Seniors don't want to go back to paying more for their prescription drugs.

David Axelrod

Medical

The fact is if we do our job right, if we keep worrying not

The fact is if we do our job right, if we keep worrying not about polls but about the jobs of the American people, about their health care, about their ability to educate their kids, stay in their homes and own their homes, send their kids to college, the basic pillars of a middle-class life, if we keep worrying about the future and building a stronger future for this country, these things will take care of themselves.

David Axelrod

Health