because it certainly is not one,” was originally delivered by Pelosi during a separate event but has since become a symbol of frustration for many.
Republicans have seized upon the quote,
interpreting it as encapsulating the mood within the Democratic Party following their defeat.
Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy was quick to place blame on Pelosi for the loss, particularly due to her push for Kamala Harris to become the party’s nominee.
“Remember when she went around democracy and said,
‘I don’t care if people picked you, I’m going to pick someone else?’”
McCarthy remarked, referring to Pelosi’s pivotal role in orchestrating Biden’s withdrawal from the race.
