John Yarmuth quotes

If you destroy the credibility of those people or institutions that could undermine your own, you create an opportunity for your voice, however irresponsible or misleading it may be, to gain traction. (John Yarmuth)
When your voice contradicts reality and truth, the only way to create space for it is to discredit reality and truth. View quote
John Yarmuth
Leading is not hypothetical debating; it's about solving real problems. View quote
John Yarmuth
Taking responsible steps to reduce poverty is not merely a moral imperative but an economic one. View quote
John Yarmuth
I know that in the battle of ideas, Republican politicians are at a distinct disadvantage. Their fundamental philosophy - which I characterize as survival of the fittest, richest and whitest - is too callous for most Americans. View quote
John Yarmuth
I have a treasure trove of Baker memories, all of which reinforce my sense of Howard Baker as one of the most decent people with whom I have worked. While I was simply a young staffer, he never treated me or my colleagues as anything else but equals. View quote
John Yarmuth
Kentucky has always said you can't really make bourbon outside of Kentucky because it's a combination of the barrels and the limestone-fed springs that give us the water. That's our story, and we're sticking to it. View quote
John Yarmuth
The American people are desperately seeking a Moses to lead them out of the wilderness, back to the land of milk and honey. They thought maybe Barack Obama was the one, and when he proved to be mortal after all, they were willing to listen to anyone new. View quote
John Yarmuth