Minded People Quote by James Crawford
““All it really seems to prove is that if you assemble a number of like-minded people, who share a certain view of sheltering and how it should be done, a test will confirm that they agree with each other most of the time about what sheltering means.””
About This Quote
Source Conference: Shelter Policy Symposium, 2015
People with similar views on sheltering tend to agree on its definition, showing group consensus can shape policy language.
In simple terms: Like‑minded groups align on shelter concepts.
Key Takeaway
Recognize consensus influences policy wording.
Themes
consensus
policy
communication
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
statement
observation
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- NGO meetings
- public hearings
- community workshops
Key Concepts
social psychology
public policy
group dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How to ensure diverse voices in shelter policy?
- What risks arise from groupthink?
A Different Perspective
Consensus may overlook minority perspectives.
