Summary
This quote suggests a negative perception of Judas Iscariot, drawing a parallel between his character and that of a "low, mean, premature Congressman." It implies that Judas may have possessed traits associated with untrustworthiness, betrayal, and a lack of integrity, much like the negative perception often attributed to politicians. The quote may serve as a satirical commentary on the perception of politicians and alludes to the belief that Judas' actions and motives aligned with those often associated with corrupt politicians.
By Mark Twain