Quote by Clarence Darrow

When I was a boy I was told that anybody could become President I'm beginning to believe it.

When I was a boy I was told that anybody could become Presid

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker, as a child, was told that anyone has the potential to become a President, and now as an adult, they are starting to believe this statement. It implies a sense of disbelief or doubt about the qualifications and standards necessary for the role of President, possibly indicating a lack of faith in the system or the individuals holding presidential office. The quote touches upon the perceived accessibility or inclusivity of the Presidency in the speaker's perspective.

By Clarence Darrow

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