Quote by Roland Barthes

The politician being interviewed clearly takes a great deal of trouble to imagine an ending to his sentence: and if he stopped short? His entire policy would be jeopardized!

The politician being interviewed clearly takes a great deal

Summary

This quote suggests that the politician in question is intent on carefully constructing their answers and speeches. They are cautious about how they articulate their thoughts because pausing or not completing a sentence could undermine their whole political agenda. This implies that the politician seeks to maintain a strategic and calculated approach to ensure their policies are not at risk or subject to misinterpretation.

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By Roland Barthes

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