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“Any change or reform you make is going to have consequence you don't like.” quote by Mo Udall
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“Any change or reform you make is going to have consequence you don't like.”

Mo Udall

About This Quote

Source Speech: Congressional Remarks, 1975

Reforms inevitably produce unintended negative outcomes that must be anticipated and managed.

In simple terms: Changes bring unwanted side effects.

Key Takeaway

Plan for and mitigate fallout.

Themes

politics policy consequences

Mood

cautious realistic

Type

advisory analytical

When to use this quote

  • legislative drafting
  • organizational restructuring
  • public policy implementation

Key Concepts

systems thinking risk management

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you identify hidden costs before acting?
  • What safeguards can reduce negative fallout?
A Different Perspective

Unforeseen impacts may outweigh benefits if ignored.

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