Benjamin Franklin – I wish the bald eagle had not been chosen Share this quote: I wish the bald eagle had not been chosen as the representative of our country. . . . The turkey. . . is a much more respectable bird. – Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) Is this quotation insightful, though-provoking, useful? Click on a star to rate it! Submit Rating Average rating 0 / 5. Vote count: 0