Build Quote by Maxime Bernier
“You cannot build public policies on sentiment, on panic and fear.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Conservative Party Convention, 2018
Public policies should be based on rational analysis and evidence, not on emotional reactions like fear or panic.
In simple terms: Policy must rely on reason, not fear.
Key Takeaway
Build policies on data and reason.
Themes
rationality
policy making
emotional bias
evidence based
Mood
analytical
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- government legislation
- public health planning
- crisis management
Key Concepts
Public policy
cognitive bias
risk assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policymakers balance data with public sentiment?
- What safeguards prevent fear‑driven decisions?
A Different Perspective
Emotions can be useful signals; ignoring them entirely may miss public concerns.
