Political Correctness doesn’t change us, it shuts us up.

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Political correctness is when people try to avoid saying things that might hurt or offend others. This quote means that political correctness doesn't actually make people change their beliefs or opinions. Instead, it just makes them stay quiet and not express what they really think.

About Glenn Beck

Glenn Beck is an American conservative political commentator, radio host, entrepreneur, and television producer. He is the CEO and founder of Mercury Radio Arts, the parent company of his television and radio network TheBlaze. Beck has authored several bestselling books and has received both praise and criticism for his political views and commentary.

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