Amendment Quote by Arthur Capper
“Until the people, by amendment, change the constitution, I urge that the counties cooperate with one another, that future road work be more uniform, and done in such a way that it will result in connected and continuous highways.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Record, 1935
Advocates for coordinated infrastructure planning to create a seamless national highway network, urging counties to collaborate before constitutional changes.
In simple terms: Promotes uniform, connected roads through local cooperation.
Key Takeaway
Encourage inter‑county road planning now.
Themes
infrastructure
cooperation
policy
transportation
Mood
pragmatic
optimistic
Type
policy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- state highway departments
- urban planners
- logistics companies
- community leaders
Key Concepts
Federalism
public works
regional planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can counties align priorities without federal mandates?
- What incentives foster cross‑jurisdiction collaboration?
A Different Perspective
Local politics may hinder uniform standards.
