Steve King Quotes


A common person can never again be President of the United States.


Context

Although a right wing conservative, he shared the view of many liberals that it costs so much money and needs so many rich contacts to raise enough money to run for President, that the reality is beyond the reach of ordinary Americans. Since Harry Truman, all the Presidents have been affluent, and most millionaires.


Citations

Steve King, b. 1949, U. S. Congressman (Republican, IA), Speech, May 13, 2013

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Steve King
Steve King
  • Born: May 28, 1949
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Politician

Steven Arnold King is an American politician and businessman who served as the U.S. Representative for Iowa's 4th congressional district from 2003 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, he represented Iowa's 5th congressional district until redistricting.