Quote by Thomas Brackett Reed

Representative William McK. Springer, remarks in the House, quoting Henry Clay: As for me, I would rather be right than be President. Reed: Well, the gentleman will never be either.

Representative William McK. Springer, remarks in the House,

Summary

This quote is a sarcastic remark made by Reed, directed toward Representative William McK. Springer. Springer quotes Henry Clay, who states that he values being right over holding the office of the President. Reed, likely in jest or with disagreement towards Springer, responds that Springer will never be either right or President. This quote humorously implies that Springer's ideals and chances of achieving his goals might be limited or out of reach.

By Thomas Brackett Reed

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