"I am proud of the President's leadership. I am proud to support him in saying: Yes, we are going to do what is necessary now when it is less painful and less expensive"
- Kay Bailey Hutchison
About this Quote
This quote by Kay Bailey Hutchison speaks with the importance of doing something about it now, instead of waiting till it is too late. She is proud of the President's leadership in recognizing the need to act now, when the repercussions of inaction are less severe. She is likewise proud to support him in this decision, as it is the best thing to do. This quote stresses the value of doing something about it when it is most useful, rather than waiting until it is too late and the consequences are more serious. It also speaks to the value of having strong management that is willing to make hard decisions in order to make sure the very best result for everyone. By taking action now, the President is revealing that he is willing to do what is necessary to make sure the best result for the country.
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