Does Quote by Clarence Thomas
“I think, though, if I had to look at the role of government and what it does in people's lives, I see the EEOC as having much more legitimacy than the others, if properly run.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Confirmation Hearing, US Supreme Court, 1991
Thomas argues the EEOC holds greater legitimacy among agencies when effectively managed.
In simple terms: EEOC is more legitimate if run well.
Support effective agency leadership.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- legal reform
- organizational audits
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can agencies maintain legitimacy?
- What metrics assess effective governance?
Legitimacy depends on performance, not just name.