Dick Durbin
The Diplomat
People, composure and the difficult conversation held well.
Dick Durbin is a seasoned politician known for his ability to navigate complex political landscapes and foster bipartisan cooperation. This interview highlights his focus on trust-building and his efforts to address the concerns of various constituencies, showcasing his diplomatic leadership style.
“For president. For president, about a year and a half before the Iowa caucus said to him, you've got to do this. You're young enough if it doesn't work, you'll get another chance. But you have an appeal which is important, and you and Hillary together, if you can combine your forces after this process, we can win the presidency.”
“I always say that votes on going to war are the toughest votes. You lie awake at night. You think people are going to die because of this vote, not just the enemy, but our own people are going to die because of it. Keeps you up late at night. The Iraq vote was one of those.”
“Georgetown, the School of Foreign Service, two years ahead of Clinton. And so he saw this thing about being an intern. He went to it and came back to our apartment, said, man, this is the coolest thing in the world.”
“I have always admired and I think you too have admired his patience. I look at the political assaults that he weathers and think I would have blown my top. He's calm, he's patient, and I think that steady hand, the no drama Obama style has been an important part of his presidency.”
The Axe Files with David Axelrod — Ep. 24 - Sen. Dick Durbin
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