Civilization Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
“A nation that fails to plan intelligently for the development and protection of its precious waters will be condemned to wither because of its shortsightedness. The hard lessons of history are clear, written on the deserted sands and ruins of once proud civilizations.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Environmental Policy Address, 1965
Neglecting water management leads to societal decline; history warns us.
In simple terms: Bad water planning harms societies.
Invest in sustainable water strategies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- agricultural policy
- climate adaptation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can your community take to protect water?
- How does history inform current water policies?
Implementation costs can be high.