Crisis Quote by Garry wills
““The advantage of a permanent emergency for the executive is that even trivial things can routinely be accomplished by the crisis presidency. If everything is an emergency, all power is emergency power.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Crisis Presidency, 2010
Constant emergencies let executives wield power, making trivial tasks seem urgent.
In simple terms: Emergency mindset expands executive power.
Key Takeaway
Beware of overusing crisis to justify authority.
Themes
politics
power
crisis
Mood
critical
cautious
Type
political
analytical
When to use this quote
- government decision‑making
- leadership training
- public accountability
Key Concepts
Executive authority
emergency management
policy
Questions to Reflect On
- When is an emergency truly necessary?
- How can checks balance curb crisis power?
A Different Perspective
Overuse of crisis can erode democratic norms.
