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Administration Quote by Jean Chretien

“Some information has to remain in the privy of the office of the Prime Minister and the ministers for the proper administration of government.” quote by Jean Chretien
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“Some information has to remain in the privy of the office of the Prime Minister and the ministers for the proper administration of government.”

Jean Chretien

About This Quote

Source Speech: Press Conference, Canada, 1995

Certain sensitive information must stay confidential within the Prime Minister’s office for effective governance.

In simple terms: Some info must stay secret for good government.

Key Takeaway

Protect essential secrets for proper administration.

Themes

confidentiality government administration

Mood

cautious serious

Type

political official

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • crisis management
  • diplomatic negotiations

Key Concepts

political discretion information control

Questions to Reflect On

  • What information truly requires secrecy?
  • How does secrecy affect accountability?
A Different Perspective

Balancing transparency with secrecy can erode public trust.

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