Quote by Oscar Wilde

I adore political parties. They are the only place left to us where people don't talk politics.

I adore political parties. They are the only place left to u

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that political parties, despite being centered around politics, ironically offer a reprieve from political discussions. It implies that outside of the context of political parties, it seems challenging to find spaces or conversations where people refrain from debating or discussing political topics. The quote's underlying message could be an observance of how increasingly pervasive and divisive political conversations have become in various aspects of daily life.

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By Oscar Wilde

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