Grace Poe

The string of disqualification cases were filed against me when I was still contemplating a run for the presidency by people whose motives were suspect at best. Powerful groups with personal agenda are behind these cases. But I am not afraid. Not when the people are behind me.

Filipino Businesswoman

Tinnu Anand

I came back to Mumbai with the tag of having assisting the legendary Satyajit Ray. I thought that would be a medal, but it became a disqualification. People thought I would only make serious kinds of cinema.

Leopoldo Lopez

Our arguments - and those of hundreds more Venezuelans suffering the same injustice - are clear and forceful: political disqualification violates laws in Venezuela and throughout the continent.

Venezuelan Politician

Roscoe Conkling

Show me a better man. Name one and I am answered; but do not point, as a disqualification, to the very facts which make this man fit beyond all others.

American Politician

Although often heard in sports, 'disqualification' can apply to any competition or event.

Not Just Sports

'Disqualification' implies a rule was broken, as opposed to voluntary withdrawal.

Rule Breaking

The term usually carries a negative connotation, suggesting a failure to meet standards.

Negative Connotation

'Disqualification' in jobs means a person is deemed unfit for the position.

Job Context

Some job disqualifications are permanent, especially with legal or ethical concerns.

Permanent Record

Legal disqualification is a preventative measure, not just a penalty.

Prevention

Legal disqualification must be decided by an appropriate authority or institution.

Legal Authority

Disqualification can end a professional career and damage personal reputation.