Quote by Gore Vidal

Half of the American people have never read a newspaper. Half never voted for President. One hopes it is the same half.


Half of the American people have never read a newspaper. Hal

Summary

This quote playfully suggests that about half of the American population neither engages with newspapers nor exercises their right to vote. It implies a sense of skepticism towards the uninformed and apathetic portion of the population, while also expressing a hopeful perspective that these individuals are not politically active. The quote raises the idea that it would be beneficial for the country if those who are not well-informed or engaged in the democratic process do not have a say in electing the president.

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Politics
By Gore Vidal
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