Quote by Claude Pepper

The mistake a lot of politicians make is in forgetting they've been appointed and thinking they've been anointed.

The mistake a lot of politicians make is in forgetting they'

Summary

This quote highlights a common oversight among politicians. It suggests that many politicians become so consumed by power and position that they forget they were elected to serve and represent the people. Instead, they start to believe they have a divine right to rule or an inherent superiority. The quote serves as a reminder that politicians should remain humble, grounded, and always conscious of their accountability to the public who entrusted them with power.

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