Quote by John Major

A consensus politician is someone who does something that he doesn't believe is right because it keeps people quiet when he does it.

A consensus politician is someone who does something that he

Summary

This quote highlights the concept of a consensus politician, suggesting that they may engage in actions that they personally disagree with in order to maintain peace and silence among the public. This implies that these politicians prioritize preserving the status quo and avoiding controversy or disagreement, even at the cost of compromising their own beliefs or principles. It underscores the notion that consensus politicians prioritize popularity and maintaining social harmony over true conviction and standing up for what they genuinely believe to be right.

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By John Major

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