Quote by Meg Greenfield

Ninety percent of politics is deciding whom to blame.

Ninety percent of politics is deciding whom to blame.

Summary

This quote suggests that a significant portion of politics revolves around the notion of assigning blame for various issues or problems. It implies that in political discourse and decision-making, there is often a focus on identifying individuals or groups responsible for failures or unpopular decisions, rather than finding solutions or addressing underlying causes. The quote implies that blame game plays a central role in politics, potentially overshadowing more constructive aspects like problem-solving, compromise, and long-term planning.

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Politics

By Meg Greenfield

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