Common Quote by Herbert Hoover
“When we are sick, we want an uncommon doctor; when we have a construction job to do, we want an uncommon engineer, and when we are at war, we want an uncommon general. It is only when we get into politics that we are satisfied with the common man.”
About This Quote
People demand exceptional expertise in specialized fields but settle for mediocrity in politics.
In simple terms: We accept ordinary leaders despite needing exceptional ones.
Key Takeaway
Demand excellence in governance.
Themes
leadership
excellence
politics
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
political
motivational
When to use this quote
- government
- military
- construction
- healthcare
Key Concepts
standards
public expectation
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we tolerate mediocrity in politics?
- How can we raise political standards?
A Different Perspective
Political systems often limit choice.
![“Neither Italian fascism nor German national "socialism" have anything in common with such a [Soviet socialistic] society, primarily because private ownership of factories, plants, lands, banks, means of transportation, etc., remain untouched there, and, therefore, capitalism in Germany and Italy…” quote by Joseph Stalin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/411/joseph-stalin-1734_capitalism_neither-italian-fascism-nor-german-natio_1430.jpg)
