Bad government Quote by Joseph Story
“A feeble execution is but another phrase for a bad execution; and a government ill executed, whatever may be its theory, must, in practice, be a bad government.”
About This Quote
Source Legal Treatise: Commentaries on the Constitution, 1833
Poor execution makes any government bad, regardless of its theory.
In simple terms: Bad execution ruins governance.
Key Takeaway
Focus on effective implementation, not just ideas.
Themes
politics
governance
policy
Mood
critical
pragmatic
Type
legal
political
When to use this quote
- public administration
- policy reform
- leadership training
Key Concepts
administration
practicality
institutional design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can execution be improved?
- What safeguards ensure effective governance?
A Different Perspective
Even good ideas fail if poorly applied.
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