Arrogance Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“The budget should be balanced, the treasury refilled, public debt reduced, the arrogance of officialdom tempered and controlled, and the assistance to foreign lands curtailed, lest Rome become bankrupt.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Roman Senate, c. 50 BCE
Advocates fiscal responsibility, limiting foreign aid, and curbing official excess to prevent state bankruptcy.
In simple terms: Keep government finances balanced and avoid overextension.
Prioritize sustainable budgeting.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- budget planning
- public administration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a state balance fiscal prudence with social welfare?
- What safeguards prevent official corruption?
Excessive austerity may harm social services; balancing act required.