11+ Jack Germond Quotes On Education, Death

Jack Germond was an American journalist and political analyst who worked for the Baltimore Sun, the Washington Star, and the Washington Examiner. He was a regular panelist on the weekly political roundtable program The McLaughlin Group, and was known for his blunt, acerbic style. He was also the co-author of the book "Fat Man Fed Up: How American Politics Went Bad". Following is our collection on famous quotes by Jack Germond on education, leadership, life.

American voters have to pay closer attention to politics if they want to avoid four years of whining about the outcome. — Jack Germond

I have been an atheist my entire adult life. I do not proselytize, however. Nor do I question the faith of others. I just don't want to be obliged to accept someone else's faith as a factor in my government. — Jack Germond

Every newspaper editor says the heart of the paper is the reporter - which is true - except for the pay! — Jack Germond

Mo Udall didn't want the presidency bad enough. He was too sane. He was a marvelous guy, but you had the feeling there was another Udall outside his body watching the candidate Udall who was too extravagant, telling him to cut it out. — Jack Germond

Everyone I know thinks television is the most important part of my life. I did it for the money! I was able to send my daughter to college. — Jack Germond

Television doesn't like politics very well, if you can infer that from the way they cover it. — Jack Germond

The secret of doing well on TV is to understand that it's not too important. A lot of people watching doesn't change anything. — Jack Germond

I loved politics and, I confess, I enjoyed politicians immensely. — Jack Germond

Politicians read the polls that show 85 or 90 percent of the voters profess a belief in God, so they identify themselves with religion, often only to the degree necessary to reach the constituency they are targeting. — Jack Germond

My liberal friends are such a bunch soft-headed, politically correct jerks. — Jack Germond

Candidates should be extremely cautious in displaying a sense of humor. If he or she tells a joke with a point, there is almost certain to be some minority group offended. — Jack Germond

Life Lessons by Jack Germond

1. Jack Germond was an influential American journalist who taught us the importance of being an ethical, reliable, and honest source of information.
2. He also showed us the importance of being a critical, independent thinker and challenging the status quo.
3. Finally, Germond's work taught us the importance of being a passionate advocate for the truth and for the people we serve.