Achieve Quote by A. N. Wilson
“It is hard to think of anything which more tragically and clearly exemplifies the phenomenon of good political intentions achieving the precise opposite of their aim.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Victims of the Revolution by A. N. Wilson, 2015
Good intentions can backfire, producing outcomes opposite to what was intended.
In simple terms: Well-meaning plans may cause harm.
Key Takeaway
Beware unintended consequences.
Themes
politics
ethics
unintended consequences
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
critical
analytical
When to use this quote
- legislation
- foreign aid
- organizational change
- public health campaigns
Key Concepts
Moral hazard
policy failure
irony
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we anticipate negative side effects?
- What safeguards reduce policy backfire?
A Different Perspective
Good intent does not guarantee good result.
