Justice Quote by Max Allan Collins
““If Columbus had an advisory committee, he would probably still be at the dock.” Arthur J. Goldberg, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, 1962–1965, United States Secretary of Labor, United States Ambassador to””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussion on Arthur J. Goldberg (source unspecified)
Goldberg’s comment satirically suggests that bureaucratic oversight would stall progress, implying that decisive action often bypasses committees.
In simple terms: Committees can hinder swift action.
Recognize when bureaucracy slows necessary progress.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- government projects
- business initiatives
- emergency response
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a committee essential?
- How can one balance speed with oversight?
Not all committees are detrimental; some ensure accountability.