Quote by Mike Pence

The conservative movement today is like that tall ship with its proud captain: strong, accomplished but veering off course into the dangerous and uncharted waters of big government republicanism.


The conservative movement today is like that tall ship with

Summary

This quote suggests that the conservative movement has lost its way and is ironically straying from its core principles. It likens the movement to a prominent ship commanded by a confident captain, symbolizing its strength and achievement. However, it highlights a concern that the movement is drifting towards embracing "big government republicanism," which implies a departure from the limited government and individual freedom that conservatives traditionally champion. The quote ultimately conveys the idea that the movement needs to course-correct in order to stay true to its fundamental values.

By Mike Pence
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