You can't save the world if ...

You can't save the world if you can't pay the rent.
 Morton Blackwell

Quotes from the same author

To succeed inside a political party, one must cultivate an ability to sit still and remain polite while foolish people speak nonsense
 Morton Blackwell
A stable movement requries a healthy, reciprocal I.O.U. flow among its participants. Don't keep a careful tally.
 Morton Blackwell
Effort is admirable. Achievement is valuable.
 Morton Blackwell
In politics, nothing moves unless it's pushed.
 Morton Blackwell
Actions have consequences.
 Morton Blackwell