Commitment Quote by Paul Romer
“Good law includes a commitment to transparency and an insistence that no person or entity with a conflict of interest should have influence on public policy decisions.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Governance, 2015
A just legal system must be open and prevent conflicted parties from shaping policy.
In simple terms: Law should be clear and free from conflicts.
Ensure transparency in lawmaking.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- public procurement
- regulatory reform
- campaign finance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we detect hidden conflicts?
- What mechanisms enforce openness?
Transparency alone may not guarantee fairness without enforcement.