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I Am A Member Of Congress. And I Do Have A Choice As To Whether Or Not To Continue As Dnc Chair And Be Neutral And Do Everything I Can And Put In The Kind Of Time And Hours And Days On The Road That I Do To Make Sure That We Can Elect Democrats Up And Down The Ballot And Elect A Democrat As President. Or I Could Not Be Chair And Go Work For The Candidate Of My Choice. I`m Choosing To Remain As Chair So That I Can Fight Like Hell To Make Sure That The Jokers On The Other Side Of The Aisle Aren`t Able To Get Hold Of The White House.
-Hillary Clinton
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Hillary Clinton
I Am A Member Of Congress. And I Do Have A Choice As To Whether Or Not To Continue As Dnc Chair And Be Neutral And Do Everything I Can And Put In The Kind Of Time And Hours And Days On The Road That I Do To Make Sure That We Can Elect Democrats Up And Down The Ballot And Elect A Democrat As President. Or I Could Not Be Chair And Go Work For The Candidate Of My Choice. I`m Choosing To Remain As Chair So That I Can Fight Like Hell To Make Sure That The Jokers On The Other Side Of The Aisle Aren`t Able To Get Hold Of The White House.
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Gun Violence
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Highest
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Usa
Giving
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Contests
Percent
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Care
Vengeance
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Support
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Independent
President
Acquisition
I Thought Using One Device Would Be Simpler.
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Strong
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Fraud
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Country
Powerful
People
Nobody Should Want To Wake Up On November 9th And Wonder Whether There Was More You Could Have Done.
Wake Up
Done
Want
I Just Think That Giving A Child A Chance And Sharing What You Have With A Child Is One Of The Greatest Gifts You Can Give Yourself, As Well As A Child.
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Thinking
Giving
I Know How To Really Work To Get New Jobs And To Get Exports That Helped To Create More New Jobs.
Jobs
New Job
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People
Want
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Suffering
Church
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Hair
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Different
Corporations
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People
Office
I Pay For Everything I'm Proposing.
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Girl
Senior
Stupid
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Iraq
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Way
Insult
Profile
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Three
Schedules
Climate Change Is Directly Related To The Growth Of Terrorism. And If We Do Not Get Our Act Together And Listen To What The Scientists Say, You're Going To See Countries All Over The World Struggling Over Limited Amounts Of Water, Limited Amounts Of Land To Grow Their Crops Ask You're Going To See All Kinds Of International Conflict.
Country
Struggle
Land
I'm Not Going To Be Responding To [donald Trump].
Trump
Responding
I'm A Progressive Who Likes To Get Things Done.
Done
Likes
Progressive
If You Get Arrested, You`re Supposed To Know Why You`re Arrested. So, Freddie Gray Should Have Known Why He Was Arrested. His Friends, His Family, His Community, They Should Have Known What He Was Charged With, Why He Was Arrested. And The Police Should Have Come Out With That Right Away.
Should Have
Community
Police
When I Left The Secretary Of State Office, I Had A 69% Approval Rating. Once I Start Running For Office And All The Incoming You Know Is Battering Away, People Are Going To Say, "hey, Wait A Minute - What's That Mean, What's That Mean?" I Get All Of That, But I Don't Think We Do Any Service To Our Country Or The Voters If We Descend Into The Kind Of Insult Fest That He Seems To Relish.
Running
Country
Mean
We Celebrate Our Diversity, We Lift People Up, And We Make America Even Greater.
America
People
Diversity
I Think It's So Important For All Of Us To Be Able To See Ourselves Represented In The Books We Read And The Movies And Tv Shows We Watch.
Book
Thinking
Tv Shows
Russia Hasn't Paid Any Attention To Isis. They're Interested In Keeping Assad In Power.
Russia
Isis
Attention
There Are Rich People Everywhere, And Yet They Don't Contribute To The Growth Of Their Countries.
Country
People
Growth
I Don't Think That The United States Has The Bulk Of The Responsibility. I Really Put That On Bashar Assad And On The Iraqis And On The Region Itself.
Responsibility
Thinking
United States
Let's Prove That We're Going To Stand Together, Make The Smart Decisions That Will Get The Economy Going And Growing For Everybody, Not Just Those At The Top, That We Will Stand Up Against Special Privilege And Special Interest.
Smart
Decision
Special
The American System Is, In Many Ways, More Difficult, Certainly Far More Expensive And Much Longer Than A Parliamentary System, And I Really Admire The People Who Subject Themselves To It. Even When I, You Know, Think They Should Not Be Elected President, I Still Think, Well, You Know, Good For You I Guess, You're Out There Promoting Democracy And Those Crazy Ideas Of Yours.
Crazy
Thinking
Ideas
I Think A Revolution Transitioning From Fossil Fuels To Clean, Renewable Energy - Somebody's Going To Be The 21st-century Clean-energy Superpower.
Thinking
Fossils
Revolution
I Hope We Will Come Together As A Nation And Do Whatever It Takes To Keep Guns Away From People Who Have No Business With Them.
Business
Gun
People
When It Comes To Foreign Policy, It Is Important To Remember That Politics Stops At The Water's Edge.
Water
Important
Remember
We Can't Wait Any Longer For A Path To Full And Equal Citizenship. Now, This Is Where I Differ With Everybody On The Republican Side. Make No Mistake, Today, Not A Single Republican Candidate, Announced Or Potential, Is Clearly And Consistently Supporting A Path To Citizenship. Not One. When They Talk About Legal Status That Is Code For Second-class Status.
Mistake
Class
Waiting
I'm Going To Do Everything I Can To Get Myself Elected, But That's Not Enough. I'm Going To Try To Help Move The Senate To Be A Democratic Majority. I'm Going To Try To Help Pick Up House Seats. I'm Going To Try To Elect Democratic Governors, Democratic Legislators, And All The Way Down The Line.
Moving
House
Trying
I Believe Abortion Should Be Safe, Legal, And Rare. I Do Think Women Should Have A Choice But Also That Women Should Be Making Responsible Decisions.
Believe
Thinking
Should Have
There's No Day That Is The Same As The Day Before. So You Have To Be Energized; You Have To Be Focused.
Focused
If I Believed In Polls, I Wouldn't Get Up In The Morning.
Morning
Get Up
Polls
I Think Wherever We Can Cooperate With Russia, That's Fine. And I Did As Secretary Of State. That's How We Got A Treaty Reducing Nuclear Weapons. It's How We Got The Sanctions On Iran That Put A Lid On The Iranian Nuclear Program Without Firing A Single Shot.
Thinking
Russia
Iran
I Would Say That When You Have A Big Dream Or You're Trying To Solve A Big Problem, There Will Always Be People Who Tell You That You Can't. Here's My Advice: Don't Listen.
Dream
People
Advice
Never Waste A Good Crisis...don't Waste It When It Can Have A Very Positive Impact On Climate Change And Energy Security.
Impact
Energy
Climate
Voting Is The Most Precious Right Of Every Citizen, And We Have A Moral Obligation To Ensure The Integrity Of Our Voting Process.
Integrity
House
Voting
I Want A Supreme Court That Understands Because You're Wealthy And You Can Give More Money To Something Doesn't Mean You Have Any More Rights Or Should Have Any More Rights Than Anybody Else.
Mean
Rights
Should Have
The Congress Is Not Willing To Think About The Long Term. They Act Like Activist Shareholders, To Use That Phrase Again. They're Not Thinking About What Can We Do That Will Make Us Richer, Safer, And Stronger Next Year, And The Year After, And Five And 10 Years Out.
Thinking
Years
Long
Look At What I've Done My Entire Life. I Have Been Working On Behalf Of Civil Rights, Women's Rights, Human Rights For Years And I Know How Challenging It Is To Change Our Political System And I Have The Highest Regard For Those Who Have Put Themselves On The Line.
Rights
Years
Political
What's Really Important About Wikileaks Is That The Russian Government Has Engaged In Espionage Against Americans. They Have Hacked American Websites, American Accounts Of Private People, Of Institutions. Then They Have Given That Information To Wikileaks For The Purpose Of Putting It On The Internet.
Government
People
Important
Now I Know That Wal-mart's Policies Do Not Reflect The Best Way Of Doing Business And The Values That I Think Are Important In America.
Thinking
America
Important
I Think It's A False Trade-off To Say Quality Time Versus Quantity - You Have To Have Both.
Thinking
Quality
Trade
A Nuclear-weapons Armed Iran Is Not In Anyone's Human-rights Interests. That Is A Direct Threat To The Lives And The Livelihoods And The Stability Not Only Of The Region But Beyond.
Rights
Iran
Nuclear
Asking Saudi Arabia And Iran To Work Together, When They Can't Stand Each Other And Are Engaged In A Proxy Battle Right At This Moment.
Iran
Battle
Together
You've Got To Ask Yourself, Why Won't Donald Trump Release His Tax Returns? I Think There May Be A Couple Of Reasons. First, Maybe He's Not As Rich As He Says He Is. Second, Maybe He's Not As Charitable As He Claims To Be. Third, We Don't Know All Of His Business Dealings, But We Have Been Told Through Investigative Reporting That He Owes About $650 Million To Wall Street And Foreign Banks. Or Maybe He Doesn't Want The American People To Know That He's Paid Nothing In Federal Taxes.
Couple
Wall
Thinking
I Have Gone From A Barry Goldwater Republican To A New Democrat, But I Think My Underlying Values Have Remained Pretty Constant; Individual Responsibility And Community. I Do Not See Those As Being Mutually Inconsistent.
Responsibility
Thinking
Community
It Does Not Help The Vast Majority Of Americans, But It Does Really Well For People Already At The Top. Well, We're Going To Turn That Upside Down. We're Going To Make The Wealthy Pay Their Fair Share In Taxes For A Change.
People
Majority
Doe
I Don't Think It Was Progressive To Vote To Give Gun Makers And Sellers Immunity. I Don't Think It Was Progressive To Vote Against Ted Kennedy's Immigration Reform.
Thinking
Gun
Giving
Donald Trump Has Spent His Entire Campaign Offering A Dog Whistle To His Most Hateful Supporters.
Dog
Hateful
Supporter
In Defeating Terror, Israel's Cause Is Our Cause.
Israel
Causes
Terror
I Want Us To Invest In Your Future. That Means Jobs In Infrastructure, In Advanced Manufacturing, Innovation And Technology, Clean, Renewable Energy, And Small Business, Because Most Of The New Jobs Will Come From Small Business.
Jobs
Mean
Technology
I Think There Are A Number Of Issues That We Should Be Addressing. I Have Put Forth A Plan To Defeat Isis.
Thinking
Numbers
Issues
I Sure Do Want To Make Sure Women Get Equal Pay For The Work We Do.
Equal Pay
Want
Pay
If We Don't Rebuild That Connection With People We Will Really Find Even Bigger Gaps, Because Our Gap On Inequality Is Not Just Economic.
People
Connections
Gaps
I Don't Believe That People Vote For President Based On Spouses. I Don't Even Think They Vote Much Based On Vice Presidents Or Any Other Factor. I Think They Choose Between The Two People Who Are Running.
Running
Believe
Thinking
I've Spent 30 Years, Actually Maybe A Little More, Working To Help Kids And Families. And I Want To Take All That Experience To The White House And Do That Every Single Day.
Kids
Years
White
Sometimes, Opening Up Your Eyes And Realising What You Have - No Matter How Little You Think - Helps You Find Yourself.
Eye
Thinking
Opening Up
One Of My Goals Upon Becoming Secretary Of State Was To Take Diplomacy Out Of Capitals, Out Of Government Offices, Into The Media, Into The Streets Of Countries.
Country
Government
Media
We've Got To Have Good Schools In Every Zip Code.
School
Zips
Good School
Who Is Going To Find Out? These Women Are Trash. Nobody’s Going To Believe Them.
Believe
Trash
Diabolical
The Orlando Terrorist May Be Dead. But The Virus That Poisoned His Mind Remains Very Much Alive. And We Must Attack It With Clear Eyes, Steady Hands, Unwavering Determination And Pride In Our Country And Our Values.
Country
Determination
Eye
When We Didn't Succeed At Healthcare Reform Back In 1993, 1994, I Went To Work With Democrats And Republicans And We Created The Children's Health Insurance Program.
Children
Healthcare Reform
Succeed
I Think Whoever Runs Next Time Has To Have A Very Clear Idea Of Where He Or She Wants To Take America And Has To Run On Those Ideas, Because The Election Cannot Be About Personalities, Participants Sniping, All Of The Irrelevant Stuff The Day After The Election Sort Of Dissipates, And You Wake Up And Say, Okay, Now What Am I Going To Do?
Running
Thinking
Ideas
Among The Most Striking Things That I Have Learned Is How Much We Have In Common. I've Sat Down With People Everywhere, Discussing What Was In Their Hearts And On Their Minds. And It Doesn't Take Long To Find Commonality, Which Is Often Overlooked, Ignored, Dismissed, And Rejected Otherwise.
Funny Inspirational
Heart
Long
The Most Important Thing That Each Of Us Can Do Is To Try Even Harder To See The World Through Our Neighbor's Eyes.
Eye
Important
Trying
I Remember, Particularly, A Trip To Bosnia Where The Welcoming Ceremony Had To Be Moved Inside Because Of Sniper Fire.
Fire
Bosnia
Snipers
Different Presidents Have Different Strengths, They Bring Different Life Experiences.
President
Different
Life Experience
How Do We Prevent Attacks? How Do We Protect Our People?i Think We've Got To Have An Intelligence Surge, Where We Are Looking For Every Scrap Of Information.
Thinking
People
Information
I Don't Think Most Americans Understand That, For Certain Very Wealthy People, Our Federal Income Tax System Is A Subsidy System That Makes Them Richer.
Thinking
People
Taxes
Understanding Quotes: Their Essence and Application

Quotes, or quotations, are powerful tools in communication, encapsulating ideas, emotions, and wisdom in concise expressions. They serve various purposes across different contexts, from academic writing to everyday conversation.

1. Defining Quotes

A quote is a repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts. It can be a direct replication of words spoken or written by another individual, often used to support arguments, provide evidence, or convey profound insights.


2. The Importance of Quotes

2.1. Enhancing Credibility

Incorporating quotes from authoritative sources can bolster the credibility of your work. By referencing experts or primary sources, you demonstrate thorough research and a solid foundation for your arguments.


2.2. Providing Evidence

Quotes serve as concrete evidence to support claims. In academic and professional writing, they validate points made, offering readers a basis to trust the information presented.


2.3. Conveying Emotions and Perspectives

Quotes can encapsulate emotions and perspectives succinctly. They allow writers to express complex feelings or viewpoints through the words of others, often more eloquently than paraphrasing.


3. Types of Quotes

3.1. Direct Quotes

Direct quotes involve copying the exact words from a source, enclosed in quotation marks. They are used when the original wording is significant or particularly well-expressed.


3.2. Indirect Quotes (Paraphrasing)

Indirect quotes restate the original message in your own words. While not enclosed in quotation marks, they still require proper attribution to the original source.


3.3. Block Quotes

Block quotes are lengthy direct quotations, formatted as a separate block of text. They are typically used for quotes exceeding a certain length, varying by citation style. For instance, in APA style, quotes longer than 40 words are formatted as block quotes.



4. Proper Usage of Quotes


4.1. Contextual Relevance

Ensure that the quote you choose is relevant to the topic and adds value to your content. Avoid inserting quotes solely for decorative purposes.


4.2. Integration into Your Writing

Seamlessly integrate quotes into your writing. Introduce them appropriately and follow up with analysis or commentary to connect them to your main points.


4.3. Attribution and Citation

Always attribute quotes to their original authors and provide proper citations according to the required style guide (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.).


5. Common Mistakes to Avoid


5.1. Overusing Quotes

Relying too heavily on quotes can overshadow your voice. Use them sparingly to support your arguments, not replace them.


5.2. Lack of Analysis

Presenting a quote without analysis or explanation can leave readers questioning its relevance. Always follow up with your interpretation or discussion.


5.3. Misquoting or Taking Out of Context

Ensure that quotes are accurate and not taken out of context, as this can mislead readers and undermine your credibility.



6. Quotes in Different Contexts


6.1. Academic Writing

In academic writing, quotes are used to support arguments, provide evidence, and engage with existing literature. Proper citation is crucial to avoid plagiarism.


6.2. Journalism

Journalists use quotes to provide firsthand accounts, add authenticity, and present multiple perspectives within a story.


6.3. Literature and Creative Writing

In literature, quotes can be used to convey character voices, themes, and stylistic elements. They enrich narratives and provide depth to storytelling.



7. Punctuation and Formatting


Understanding the correct punctuation and formatting of quotes is essential:


Quotation Marks: Always enclose direct quotes within quotation marks.


Punctuation Placement: In American English, periods and commas are placed inside quotation marks, while colons and semicolons are placed outside.


Block Quotes: For longer quotes, format them as block quotes without quotation marks, and indent the entire block.



8. Ethical Considerations


Ethical use of quotes involves accurate representation, proper attribution, and respect for intellectual property. Misuse can lead to plagiarism, which carries serious academic and professional consequences.

9. Tools for Managing Quotes


Utilize tools like citation generators and plagiarism checkers to manage quotes effectively. These tools help ensure proper formatting and originality in your writing.



Conclusion


Quotes are invaluable in enriching content, providing evidence, and conveying complex ideas succinctly. When used appropriately, they enhance the quality and credibility of your writing. Always ensure relevance, proper integration, and ethical usage to maximize their impact.


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