Quote by Jon Bon Jovi

What drew me to politics in the first place was the fact that I wanted to have a place to take a stand and use my voice to express what I believed in. But I've no longer got any political aspirations. I feel that as a politician, fifty per cent of people would hate you before you even left the house.

What drew me to politics in the first place was the fact tha

Summary

The quote expresses the initial motivation behind the individual's interest in politics - the desire to have a platform to express personal beliefs. However, over time, this enthusiasm fades as they realize the adversarial nature of politics. They no longer harbor political ambitions due to the understanding that a politician is subject to preconceived animosity from a significant portion of the population, simply based on their role. The quote highlights the perceived challenges and disillusionment associated with being a politician and the difficulties in satisfying the diverse interests and opinions of the people.

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Politics

By Jon Bon Jovi

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