"Traditionally, Young Republicans have been a leading indicator of the direction of the party."
About Roger Stone
Roger Stone — Life and Legacy
Roger Stone is a prominent political consultant and strategist, recognized for his impactful role in shaping modern political campaigns. His career is marked by a distinctive approach to political maneuvering, often characterized by bold tactics and a willingness to embrace controversy. Stone's philosophy is encapsulated in his belief that 'politics is a contact sport,' reflecting his view that aggressive engagement is essential for success in the political arena. Stone's quotes often reveal his core thinking about the interplay of media and politics. He famously stated that 'the only thing worse than being talked about is not being talked about,' highlighting his understanding of the necessity of visibility in maintaining political relevance. This perspective illustrates his strategic mindset, where he views media manipulation as a vital tool for influencing public perception and advancing political agendas. The impact of Roger Stone's ideas is evident in the way they resonate within the current political landscape. His emphasis on loyalty and commitment in political alliances continues to shape how political figures navigate their relationships and strategies. Stone's insights into the ruthless nature of politics serve as a reminder of the complexities and challenges faced by those who seek to influence the political sphere.
Quote collection
Roger Stone quotes (page 1 of 2)
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"Admit nothing, deny everything, launch counterattack."
"Lay low, play dumb, keep moving."
"Bush equals Clinton equals Bush equals Obama equals Clinton. It's the same policies...immigration policies that may turn us into Europe, where hordes of Islamic madmen are raping, killing, pillaging, defecating in public fountains, harassing private citizens, elderly people - that's what's coming."
"I remember going through the cafeteria line and telling every kid that Nixon was in favor of school on Saturdays. It was my first political trick."
"Unless you can fake sincerity, you'll get nowhere in this business."
"The rise of Trump is a repudiation of 30 years of bipartisan treason and failure."
"Politics with me isn't theater. It's performance art. Sometimes, for its own sake."
"Always praise 'em before you hit 'em."
"I don't concede that Guccifer is a Russian agent. Officials also said, that Saddam Hussein had weapons of mass destruction. Just because the intelligence services say something, as we know from history, does not make it true."
"Donald Trump is perfectly made up. He's perfectly coiffed. He's perfectly lit."
"You can't wake up one day and say 'I'm for gay marriage,' and wake up the next day and say 'I'm against it.' Wake up one day and say, 'I'm pro-choice,' and the next day wake up and say, 'I'm pro-life.' There's no credibility there."
"In this business, if you don't pay your debts you're finished."
"The political establishment, they don't know what to do about Trump because they said, oh, the immigration thing will kill him. First, they said he'll never run, and then he ran. Then they said he'll never file his financial disclosures. He filed and on time. Then they said, he's going to fall flat on his face."
"I oppose the spending of trillions in Iraq and Afghanistan, I strongly oppose Islamic extremism but don't believe that sending troops to die in two unwinnable wars makes sense."
"I never made any reference to John Podesta's email.Does it say #WikiLeaks, #Assange? Julian Assange said, Stone predicted that his emails would be hacked. No, I didn't. I never said anything of the kind."
"I do a lot of referendums. They can't talk back. They don't have wives. They don't have friends who tell you how to run the campaign. They are supported by special interests, so there's a lot of money in them."
"The reference to John Podesta is general. It is not specific. And, by the way, he does have his time in the barrel shortly thereafter."
"How can you be conservative and justify wiretapping people without a warrant? We're supposed to be the party of personal freedom and civil liberties."
"I'm a total Republican, but I've never claimed to be a Christian-right conservative. They're a large but dwindling part of the Party."