Quote by C. Northcote Parkinson

Men enter local politics solely as a result of being unhappily married.

Men enter local politics solely as a result of being unhappi

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This quote suggests that men often become involved in local politics because of their marital dissatisfaction. It implies that the discontent within their marriages motivates them to seek fulfillment and purpose outside their personal lives, leading them to pursue political positions. The quote highlights the idea that personal dissatisfaction can drive individuals to engage in public affairs and seek influence and change through political means.

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