Difficult Quote by Daniel Webster
“The proper function of a government is to make it easy for the people to do good, and difficult for them to do evil.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional address, 1830s
States that government should facilitate good deeds and hinder evil actions.
In simple terms: Government aids good, blocks evil.
Key Takeaway
Support policies that empower virtuous behavior.
Themes
government
morality
public good
Mood
reflective
principled
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- lawmaking
- public administration
- community programs
Key Concepts
ethical governance
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How define “good” and “evil” in policy?
- What mechanisms prevent misuse of power?
A Different Perspective
Implementation may be subjective.
