Control Quote by George P. Bush
“State ownership of flood control efforts will not completely eliminate the problem but can substantially reduce it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Texas Water Development Board Annual Report, 2022
State ownership can lower flood risk but cannot fully solve it, requiring complementary measures.
In simple terms: State control helps but isn’t a complete fix.
Key Takeaway
Combine public and private flood solutions.
Themes
environment
policy
risk management
Mood
cautious
pragmatic
Type
policy
analytical
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- insurance
- community preparedness
Key Concepts
public infrastructure
cost‑benefit analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How can private innovation complement public flood control?
- What incentives encourage shared responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Public ownership may face funding limits and bureaucratic delays.
