Famous quote by Joe Scarborough

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I see it all the time in politics. If a candidate gets caught in a lie, he quickly tries to change the subject by throwi
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"I see it all the time in politics. If a candidate gets caught in a lie, he quickly tries to change the subject by throwing more mud at his opponent. The mud keeps flying until some of the slanderous material sticks"

- Joe Scarborough

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This quote by Joe Scarborough is referring to the techniques used by politicians when they are captured in a lie. Rather of owning up to their error, they attempt to distract from it by attacking their opponent. This method is called mudslinging, and it includes making false or overstated claims about the other person in order to challenge them. This type of habits is unfortunately common in politics, and it can be damaging to the track record of both the phony and the individual they are attacking. It is very important for political leaders to be honest and accountable for their actions, and to refrain from using mudslinging as a way to prevent responsibility.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Joe Scarborough somewhere between April 9, 1963 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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