Quote by Ronald Reagan

Politics I supposed to be the second-oldest profession. I have come to realize that it bears a very close resemblance to the first.

Politics I supposed to be the second-oldest profession. I ha

Summary

This quote, often attributed to American humorist Ronald Reagan, suggests that politics and prostitution, claimed to be the oldest profession, share similarities. It sarcastically implies that both involve manipulation, deception, and a focus on personal gain. By comparing politics to the "first profession," it criticizes the corrupt and self-serving nature often associated with politics, highlighting the parallels to the exploitative aspects of prostitution.

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By Ronald Reagan

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