Barrel Quotes
A word for finality, force, and farewell.
The first quote uses barrel as shorthand for total repeal, the kind of phrase politicians reach for when they mean no half measures. For unrelated but equally direct language, see our Joe Jonas quotes.
There's going to be no compromise on repealing Obamacare lock, stock and barrel.
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When I die I want to decompose in a barrel of porter and have it served in all the pubs in Dublin.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What political stance does the first quote describe?
It calls for a complete repeal of a specific law, using barrel as shorthand for doing away with all of it rather than part of it.
What is the well-known line about power and a barrel referring to?
It's a frequently cited political statement arguing that control ultimately rests on force rather than persuasion alone.
Is the barrel mentioned in a violent context throughout?
No, the third quote uses barrel in a much lighter sense, tied to a beer cask and a wish for a cheerful send-off rather than conflict.
Why would someone want to be laid to rest in a barrel of porter?
It's framed as a playful, affectionate wish tied to Irish pub culture rather than a literal or serious request.
Do these quotes take a side on the political issue mentioned?
The quote itself states a position on repeal, but it's presented here as one perspective among the set rather than an endorsement.
The second line is a blunt, often-cited claim about where political control ultimately comes from, and the third turns barrel into something gentler, a beer cask tied to an Irish farewell rather than force. Related pages: Bruno Heller and Julie Dreyfus.
