Quote by Fred A. Allen

Washington is no place for a good actor. The competition from bad actors is too great.

Washington is no place for a good actor. The competition fro

Summary

This quote suggests that in Washington, referring to the political landscape, individuals who possess genuine talent, skill, and integrity (good actors) find it challenging to succeed. This difficulty is attributed to the overwhelming number of individuals with poor ability and lack of integrity (bad actors) who take part in the political sphere. The quote implies that the presence of these lesser qualified individuals creates a highly competitive environment lacking authenticity and true merit.

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