Clogging Quote by Douglas Adams
“The problem is, or rather one of the problems, for there are many, a sizeable proportion of which are continually clogging up the civil, commercial, and criminal courts in all areas of the Galaxy, and especially, where possible, the more corrupt ones, this. The previous sentence makes sense. That is not the problem. This is: Change. Read it through again and you'll get it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Douglas Adams, 1979
The core issue is systemic corruption in courts across the galaxy, and the real solution is radical change, not merely addressing individual problems.
In simple terms: Corruption pervades legal systems; change is needed.
Pursue systemic reform.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal reform
- policy advocacy
- anti‑corruption initiatives
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What concrete steps can drive systemic reform?
- How can citizens hold corrupt courts accountable?
Change alone may not fix entrenched interests without enforcement.