Day Quote by Jacob Rees-Mogg
“Perhaps one day the world will end, giving the last group to predict it the satisfaction of being right - but as many have been wrong so far, it does not seem wise to make public policy on the back of these fears.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Parliamentary debate, United Kingdom, 2023
Predicting apocalyptic events is unreliable; basing policy on such predictions is unwise.
In simple terms: Don’t base policy on uncertain end‑of‑world forecasts.
Key Takeaway
Avoid fear‑driven policy decisions.
Themes
policy
risk
uncertainty
prediction
public opinion
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
advisory
political
When to use this quote
- government planning
- climate policy
- financial regulation
- health emergencies
- national security
Key Concepts
futurism
probability
decision theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policymakers balance caution with evidence?
- What safeguards prevent panic‑driven legislation?
A Different Perspective
Predictions often fail, leading to wasted resources and panic.
