Quote by George McGovern

I wish I had known more firsthand about the concerns and problems of American businesspeople while I was a U.S. senator and later a presidential nominee. That knowledge would have made me a better legislator and a more worthy aspirant to the White House.

I wish I had known more firsthand about the concerns and pro

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their past experience as a U.S. senator and presidential nominee, expressing regret for not having a deeper understanding of the concerns and issues faced by American businesspeople. They believe that this knowledge would have improved their ability to legislate effectively and enhanced their candidacy for the presidency. The quote underscores the importance of empathy and firsthand insight into the challenges faced by various sectors of society for effective leadership.

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By George McGovern

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