Advocacy Quote by Benton MacKaye
“My own doctrine of organization is that any body of people coming together for a purpose (whatever it may be) should consist of persons wholly wedded to said purpose and should consist of nobody else. If the purpose be Cannibalism (preference for Ham a la Capitalism) then nobody but a Cannibal should be admitted. There should be plenty of discussion and disagreement as to how and the means but none whatever as to ends.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Social Responsibility of the Individual, 1930
Organizational purpose demands total commitment; outsiders dilute focus.
In simple terms: Only true believers should join a cause.
Key Takeaway
Align with fully committed groups.
Themes
commitment
purpose
exclusivity
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political movements
- nonprofits
- startups
Key Concepts
organizational theory
group dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Is total commitment realistic?
- How to balance inclusion with purpose?
A Different Perspective
Rigid exclusivity may stifle diversity of thought.
