Politics determines who has the power, not who has the truth.
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The goal in the end is not to win elections. The goal is to change society.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Winning elections is not the ultimate objective; rather, the real aim is to bring about societal transformation.
Paul Krugman's quote emphasizes that the true measure of success in politics is not merely securing electoral victories but instead instigating meaningful changes within society. It challenges the conventional view that winning is the primary goal, advocating for deeper societal impact as the ultimate aim of political engagement.
Themes
ChangeSocietyElectionsPoliticsTransformation
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about civic engagement, one might quote Krugman to inspire more profound action.
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