"Oh, that all the things my father had told me about how disgusting Washington is are true. And again it's the system - there are lots of nice, well-meaning people there. But it's a sleazy place. And politics is all about doing favors"

This quote by Esther Dyson suggests that Washington is a location of corruption and sleaze. She implies that the people in Washington might be well-meaning, however the system is corrupt. This remains in line with what her dad had actually told her, and she is dissatisfied to find that it is true. This quote highlights the need for reform in Washington, as it is a location where favors are exchanged and the system is broken. It is a reminder that the people in power need to be held responsible for their actions which the system should be altered to guarantee that it is reasonable and just. It is a call to action for those in power to make the necessary modifications to make sure that Washington is a place of integrity and fairness.