Difficult Quote by Eric Schmidt
“If you're going to make a law, make a law that actually works. It's extraordinarily difficult.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2015, The Wall Street Journal
Laws should be practical and enforceable; otherwise they fail to achieve their purpose.
In simple terms: Make laws that actually work.
Key Takeaway
Design legislation with realistic enforcement mechanisms.
Themes
lawmaking
practicality
governance
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
policy
advisory
When to use this quote
- drafting statutes
- regulatory compliance
- governmental oversight
- public feedback loops
Key Concepts
policy design
implementation science
public administration
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps ensure a law is both effective and fair?
- How can stakeholders be involved in law creation?
A Different Perspective
Complex issues may be oversimplified, leading to unintended consequences.
