Enough Quote by Mark Thornton
“Government can screw up just about everything. Given enough power and time it will screw up everything.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 2015
Power and time inevitably lead to systemic failure, regardless of intent.
In simple terms: Power and time cause problems.
Beware unchecked authority.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government policy
- organizational management
- long term planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can prevent decay?
- Can power be used responsibly?
May ignore successful reforms.