Agency Quote by Alexander Hamilton
“Men often oppose a thing merely because they have had no agency in planning it, or because it may have been planned by those whom they dislike.”
About This Quote
Source Founding Father writings, null, 1788
People resist ideas they cannot influence or that are associated with disliked planners.
In simple terms: Resistance to ideas without personal input.
Key Takeaway
Engage stakeholders early.
Themes
politics
psychology
resistance
Mood
skeptical
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- organizational change
- community projects
Key Concepts
agency
social identity
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can inclusion reduce resistance?
- What biases affect our perception of planners?
A Different Perspective
Opposition may stem from deeper mistrust, not just lack of agency.
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