Quote by Neil Patrick Harris
We're in such a volatile climate right now politically. I think they didn't want Assassins to not succeed due to popular opinion and politics, versus on its own merits. I can respect that.
Summary
This quote suggests that the play "Assassins" may not have been successful due to the current politically charged environment. The speaker believes that the decision to prevent its success might have been influenced by popular opinion and politics rather than the play's quality itself. However, the speaker also expresses respect for the decision, acknowledging the precautionary measures taken to avoid potential controversies and negative public reception during such a volatile political climate.