Country Quote by Henry A. Kissinger
“Most foreign policies that history has marked highly, in whatever country, have been originated by leaders who were opposed by experts.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Diplomacy, Henry A. Kissinger, 1994
Historical foreign policies often stem from leaders who act against expert advice, leading to mixed outcomes.
In simple terms: Leaders sometimes ignore experts, shaping foreign policy.
Balance expert input with decisive leadership.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government deliberations
- academic advisory panels
- crisis response
- international negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it justified to bypass expert counsel?
- What safeguards can protect against poor decisions?
Ignoring expertise can cause unintended consequences.