Quote by Will Rogers

The reason political party platforms are so long is that when you straddle anything it takes a long time to explain it.

The reason political party platforms are so long is that whe

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that political party platforms tend to be lengthy because attempting to accommodate different perspectives or positions on various issues requires extensive explanation. It implies that when politicians try to appeal to various groups or ideologies within their party, it becomes difficult to succinctly summarize their stance, resulting in lengthy platforms. The quote highlights how the complex nature of politics necessitates detailed explanations and compromises, often reflected in the extensive documents that outline a party's beliefs and policies.

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