In this quote, Cullen Hightower is highlighting the concept that words are typically useless unless they are supported by action. He specifically discusses Congress, implying that their words and promises are frequently empty and lack substance. This might be interpreted as a criticism of politicians who make grand speeches and guarantees but fail to follow through with meaningful actions. Hightower is suggesting that talk is just valuable when it is accompanied by action which the words of Congress are typically low-cost and insincere. This quote works as a reminder to not be swayed by empty words, but to look for actions that align with them.
This quote is written / told by Cullen Hightower between 1923 and November 27, 2008. He was a famous Writer from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Government. The author also have 13 other quotes.
"If the present Congress errs in too much talking, how can it be otherwise in a body to which the people send one hundred and fifty lawyers, whose trade it is to question everything, yield nothing, and talk by the hour?"
"We the people are the rightful masters of both Congress and the courts, not to overthrow the Constitution but to overthrow the men who pervert the Constitution"
"I am not liked as a President by the politicians in office, in the press, or in Congress. But I am content to abide the judgment the sober second thought of the people"
"Unauthorized access to computer systems is already a serious crime in a few states and is currently being addressed in many more state legislatures as well as Congress"
"The new Congress needs to move quickly to strengthen the Army and Marines - not to send more troops to Iraq - but to rebuild our capacity to meet national security threats globally"
