Political Quotes

Marco Rubio: “You cannot do business with a tyrant. It just does not work that way.”

On the recordFebruary 2, 2015
You cannot do business with a tyrant. It just does not work that way.
Said by
Marco Rubio
Republican · Florida

Editor's note · Context

Rubio asserts that engaging with oppressive regimes is ineffective.

Share

More from Marco Rubio

Nov 11, 2026

We’ve actually encouraged our partners to join us in the effort of defending global shipping.

huffpost.com
Nov 10, 2026

One of my priorities would be pushing for real accountability at the U.N.

huffpost.com
Nov 11, 2026

They're bleeding. They're bleeding economically.

foxnews.com
Nov 12, 2026

I have and will continue to try and make it to as many events that are important to me personally and to my family as possible.

theguardian.com

Other voices in this conversation