Sentences with phrase «deep cynicism»
"Deep cynicism" refers to an attitude of skepticism or distrust towards the motives and actions of others. It suggests a belief that people are generally insincere or selfish, and that their actions are motivated by self-interest rather than genuine concern. Full definition
Layton came at the end to represent, in an era of deep cynicism about politics, an unapologetic zeal for total immersion in public life.
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As he plots the future of Race Together, Schultz faces deep challenges and perhaps even deeper cynicism.
«There is, I believe, a deeply corrupt political culture in New York, an acceptance of the idea that you go into politics to get favors and do favors and a deep, deep, deep cynicism in Albany and culture,» said Teachout, who is teaching a course this semester on political corruption in the state.
The book's tenor is one of profound regret for the choices he has made as well as deep cynicism for the organizations he's worked for.
South Australians» deep cynicism about the Abbott government's decisions on the automotive and defence industries may influence two coming state byelections, according to one of the state's political experts.
Another appropriate response, however, is a deep cynicism about both modern establishment clause jurisprudence and those governmental officials who claim to support it.
In his films, Shyamalan reflects a deep cynicism about the state of our real world and the violence that has creeped into its everyday fabric.
Our strategy is that we jump from program to program; without having any integrated initiatives; even though the partners all have a bone - deep cynicism about any «new» program.