China Quote by Jeffrey Friedland
““Old Burmese (now Myanmar) proverb: Burmese proverb: Government is one of the five evils along with fire, floods, thieves and enemies.””
About This Quote
Governments are among five major evils, alongside natural disasters and human threats.
In simple terms: Government can be a source of great harm.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address governmental evils.
Themes
politics
corruption
societal risk
government
evil
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
China:0
Economy:0
Emerging markets:0
Government:1
Investing:0
Politics:1
Government Evils:1
Proverb Government:0
Proverb Burmese:0
Myanmar Proverb:0
Burmese Proverb:0
When to use this quote
- election reforms
- activism
- policy advocacy
- community organizing
Key Concepts
public policy
civic engagement
risk analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you evaluate governmental impact?
- What reforms reduce governmental harm?
A Different Perspective
Not all governments act maliciously; nuance needed.
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