"No question about that, the radicals are in charge"
- Dixie Lee Ray
About this Quote
Dixie Lee Ray was an American politician and researcher who acted as the Governor of Washington from 1977 to 1981. In this quote, she is referring to the political circumstance in the United States at the time. She is suggesting that the more severe, or "extreme" components of the political spectrum are in control. This might be analyzed as an alerting to those who are more moderate in their views, as the radicals may be pushing policies that are not in line with the majority of the population. It might also be viewed as a call to action for those who are more moderate, to take a stand and make their voices heard. Ray's quote is a reminder that the political landscape is continuously changing, which it is very important to remain informed and taken part in order to ensure that the policies that are being implemented remain in line with most of the population.
This quote is written / told by Dixie Lee Ray between September 3, 1914 and January 2, 1994. He/she was a famous Politician from USA.
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