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“On the larger issue of the travel ban, our friend Charles Krauthammer of The Washington Post I think put it pretty well. I'm not sure it's illegal, but it's extremely stupid.” quote by David Brooks
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“On the larger issue of the travel ban, our friend Charles Krauthammer of The Washington Post I think put it pretty well. I'm not sure it's illegal, but it's extremely stupid.”

David Brooks

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The statement highlights absurdity of policies that seem illegal yet are nonsensical, urging rational critique.

In simple terms: Policies can be stupid even if legal.

Key Takeaway

Critique illogical policies.

Themes

politics policy rationality

Mood

critical analytical

Type

political analytical

When to use this quote

  • immigration debates
  • legislative discussions
  • public opinion

Key Concepts

legality common sense policy analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is legality sufficient for good policy?
  • How to balance law and logic?
A Different Perspective

Legal does not equal sensible; absurdity persists.

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