Politics is so personal, vicious and immediate, how are you going to get anything done? Even the local politics where I live have gotten so ugly.
Interpretation
Politics is deeply personal and often contentious, which can hinder effective progress.
In this quote, Robin Williams highlights the personal nature of politics, emphasizing how its viciousness and immediacy can obstruct meaningful achievements. He reflects on the deteriorating civility in political discussions, suggesting that the emotional and aggressive undertones prevalent in political discourse discourage constructive dialogue and action.
In practice
In a speech about local governance, one might quote Williams to emphasize the need for civility in politics.
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