Bark Quote by Walter E. Williams
“Trying to get government to be as efficient as business is as hopeless as trying to teach cats to bark and dogs to meow.”
About This Quote
Attempting to make government as efficient as business is as futile as teaching cats to bark.
In simple terms: Government efficiency is unrealistic.
Key Takeaway
Accept limits of bureaucratic reform.
Themes
government
efficiency
business
realism
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
critical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- regulatory reform
- public sector management
- policy design
Key Concepts
public policy
organizational theory
economics
Questions to Reflect On
- What areas of government could improve?
- How to balance efficiency with public good?
A Different Perspective
Some government functions require flexibility over efficiency.
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