A "damning statement" refers to a remark or declaration that strongly proves or exposes wrongdoing or fault, making it difficult for someone to defend themselves. Full definition
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Perhaps the most damning statement against Monserrate came from U.S. Rep. Joseph Crowley (D - Jackson Heights), chairman of the Queens Democratic Party, which supported Monserrate's Senate bid last year. (queenscampaigner.com)
The petition cites damning statements from LAUSD Superintendent John Deasy in which he condemns his own evaluation program for teachers. (educationnext.org)