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Attitudes Quote by Michelle Lujan Grisham

“Are we going to be risk-averse about health care, education, child well-being, or are we going to set aside those attitudes, which we find in government all too often, and lead?” quote by Michelle Lujan Grisham
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“Are we going to be risk-averse about health care, education, child well-being, or are we going to set aside those attitudes, which we find in government all too often, and lead?”

Michelle Lujan Grisham

About This Quote

Source Speech: State of the State, 2021

Society must overcome risk‑averse attitudes in key public sectors to lead effectively.

In simple terms: Avoid risk‑aversion in vital services.

Key Takeaway

Take bold, informed actions.

Themes

risk public policy leadership

Mood

determined urgent

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Healthcare reform
  • education improvement
  • child welfare initiatives
  • government innovation

Key Concepts

Courage systemic change

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks are worth taking for public good?
  • How to build public trust for bold policies?
A Different Perspective

Fear of failure can stall necessary reforms.

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