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 the United Nations. Section 21, Lot S-35, Grid M-20.5, Arlington National Cemetery.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Darkest Hour, 2015
If Columbus had a committee, he’d likely stay docked, suggesting that oversight can limit bold action.
In simple terms: Committee oversight might have stopped Columbus.
Balance oversight with daring.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- exploration
- entrepreneurship
- government projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does oversight become a hindrance?
- How can leaders encourage boldness responsibly?
Excessive caution can prevent breakthroughs.