Quote by Willie Brown

To win in this country these days you have got to campaign down to a thirteen year-old's level of mental development .

To win in this country these days you have got to campaign d

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to succeed in the current political climate, one must appeal to voters on a simplistic and easily understandable level. It implies that strategies typically employed in political campaigns now rely on appealing to the lowest common denominator and disregarding more complex issues. This quote highlights a perceived decline in political discourse, emphasizing the need to simplify messages to capture the attention and support of the general population.

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By Willie Brown

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