Polarising Quotes & Sayings

The country as a whole is far too complex and poor compared to Gujarat, which has been business-friendly and advanced in both governance and physical infrastructure (like roads, ports, etc.) over many decades now. On top of this, Modi's rather high-handed autocratic personal style (which is resented by many even within his own party) does not augur well for the intricate negotiations with diverse groups, state leaders and coalition partners he will necessarily have to work with at the all-India level. His polarising personality is not conducive to the tasks of compromise and consensus-building a leader inevitably faces in a highly fragmented polity like India's. — Anonymous

I am protective of the gentle slope of stomach bulging like an early pregnancy, at my waist. I've earned its existence with everything I've been forced to swallow. — Stephanie Roberts

When others see you at peace, they're reminded of the value of tranquility - that is, you inspire them to be at peace. — Doreen Virtue

I think when I was in my early twenties and middle twenties I didn't even know I wasn't living up to my potential. A couple of friends told me I wasn't and told me to get my act together, and it made a huge impact on me. — Shirley Maclaine

When my father died, I was 21, and he'd been sick for a few years. He changed during his illness. He kind of softened during it. — Luanne Rice

Politics and religion are topics that people tend to stay away from in their conversations, because they're polarising. But they are important topics, so they should be discussed the most, so we should know each other's opinions on them. — Matt Lindland

In some ways, the '60s were a reaction to the '50s and the intensity of the Cold War. — Tariq Ali