Bills Quote by Calvin Coolidge
“It is much more important to kill bad bills than to pass good ones.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1924 State of the Union, Calvin Coolidge
Eliminating harmful legislation is more crucial than adding beneficial laws.
In simple terms: Focus on removing bad laws first.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize cutting harmful policies.
Themes
government
policy
efficiency
Mood
cautious
determined
Type
political
pragmatic
When to use this quote
- legislative sessions
- budget reviews
- policy audits
Key Concepts
regulatory reform
public good
Questions to Reflect On
- What bad policies still linger?
- How can you build consensus to eliminate them?
A Different Perspective
Removing bad bills can be politically difficult and slow.
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