In the past, presidents had been consulted about those…
“In the past, presidents had been consulted about those kinds of decisions by SGs, and I thought it was the right thing to do.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Presidents historically consulted advisors on decisions; this was seen as appropriate.
In simple terms: Presidential decisions involve counsel.
Respect advisory processes.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- national emergencies
- legislative negotiations
- international treaties
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How has advisory counsel changed?
- What are the risks of bypassing advisors?
May not reflect current practices.