Quote by Frank Moore Colby, 1926

Politics is a place of humble hopes and strangely modest requirements, where all are good who are not criminal and all are wise who are not ridiculously otherwise.

Politics is a place of humble hopes and strangely modest req

Summary

This quote highlights the often unassuming nature of politics. It suggests that in the realm of politics, success is measured by meeting modest criteria such as being law-abiding and not displaying extreme incompetence. It implies that politicians are not necessarily exceptional or extraordinary individuals, but rather basic qualifications can fulfill the demands of the political field. This quote directs attention to the simplicity and lack of grandeur associated with the expectations and standards of politics.

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By Frank Moore Colby, 1926

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