"'Yes' is a far more potent word than 'no' in American politics. By adopting the positions which animate the political agenda for the other side, one can disarm them and leave them sputtering with nothing to say"
- Dick Morris
About this Quote
This quote by Dick Morris recommends that in American politics, saying "yes" to the positions of the other side can be more efficient than saying "no". By concurring with the other side, one can eliminate their power and leave them without a response. This technique can be used to get the advantage in a political debate, as the other side will be unable to refute their own positions. This quote highlights the significance of compromise and understanding in politics, as it is often more effective to discover common ground than to remain established in one's own beliefs.
This quote is written / told by Dick Morris somewhere between November 28, 1948 and today. He/she was a famous Author from USA.
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