Around the world Quote by Kazuo Ishiguro
“I think the judging process is full of integrity, compared to some other prizes around the world. The fact that they change the panel of judges every year keeps it from becoming corrupt. I think it's very difficult if you've got judges for life; obviously relationships are cultivated between judges and authors, and publishing houses.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Literary award ceremony, 2020
The speaker praises rotating judging panels to maintain integrity, noting that permanent judges can foster corruption through relationships.
In simple terms: Rotating judges preserve fairness
Key Takeaway
Ensure fresh perspectives in judging
Themes
integrity
fairness
literature
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- award committees
- peer review
- publishing decisions
- academic panels
- grant funding
Key Concepts
bias
networking
institutional trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How can panels stay both fair and knowledgeable?
- What safeguards prevent bias?
A Different Perspective
May reduce continuity and expertise
