Quote by O. Henry

A straw vote only shows which way the hot air blows.

A straw vote only shows which way the hot air blows.

Summary

This quote suggests that a straw vote, or an informal poll or survey, is not a reliable indicator of public opinion or sentiment. It implies that such votes can be easily swayed or influenced by persuasive or manipulative tactics, much like hot air can easily change direction. In essence, it cautions against placing too much importance on the results of straw votes as they may not accurately represent the true views or preferences of the people.

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By O. Henry

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