I just was not going to subject my record to the bleak

I just was not going to subject my record to the bleak prospects of a primary election.

📖 Arlen Specter

🌍 American | 👨‍💼 Politician

🎂 February 12, 1930 – ⚰️ October 14, 2012

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This quote highlights the strategic decision-making often involved in political careers. The speaker appears to prioritize preserving their reputation or record over engaging in potentially damaging electoral battles. It underscores how politicians sometimes avoid primaries to maintain their standing or avoid risky confrontations, which can reflect broader themes of self-preservation and political calculation in the face of uncertain outcomes.

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