Quote by Peter Schuyler

To be fair, lying is part and parcel of public life. Every politician has lied about something because they are owned by the special interest groups that finance their elections.

To be fair, lying is part and parcel of public life. Every p

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This quote suggests that lying is an inherent aspect of public life, particularly among politicians. It argues that political figures often resort to falsehoods due to their affiliation with special interest groups that fund their campaigns. The quote implies that these groups exert influence over politicians, pushing them to be dishonest about certain matters. Overall, it portrays lying as a common occurrence in politics, resulting from the complex dynamics between politicians, special interest groups, and electoral financing.

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