Administration Quote by Alexander Hamilton
“The natural cure for an ill-administration, in a popular or representative constitution, is a change of men.”
About This Quote
Source The Federalist Papers, No. 23, 1788
A corrupt government can be fixed by replacing its leaders with better people.
In simple terms: Change leaders to fix government.
Key Takeaway
Elect better leaders.
Themes
politics
reform
leadership
ethics
Mood
critical
hopeful
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy reforms
- public hearings
- community activism
Key Concepts
civic virtue
institutional decay
public trust
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms ensure new leaders act ethically?
- How can citizens hold leaders accountable?
A Different Perspective
Changing leaders alone may not address systemic issues.
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