Quote by Eric Cantor
Look, we know we screwed up when we were in the majority. We fell in love with power. We spent way too much money - especially on earmarks. There was too much corruption when we ran this place. We were guilty. And that's why we lost.
Summary
This quote highlights the speaker's acknowledgement of their past mistakes while in a position of power and why their party was eventually defeated. They admit that when they held the majority, they became focused on retaining power and indulged in excessive spending, particularly through earmarks. The quote also acknowledges the presence of corruption within their party, accepting guilt for their actions. Ultimately, this self-awareness and accountability are presented as reasons behind their electoral loss.
Topics
Money
By Eric Cantor