Acting Quote by Will Hurd
“Our leaders have the solemn obligation to know the proper steps to take before acting upon them, and building a wall from the Pacific Ocean to the Gulf Coast of Texas is a third-century solution to a 21st-century problem.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Campaign remarks, 2018 US House race
Leaders must understand proper procedures before action; building massive walls is an outdated fix for modern issues.
In simple terms: Know steps before acting; big walls aren't modern solutions.
Plan wisely, avoid outdated fixes.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- border security
- urban planning
- environmental policy
- public works
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern alternatives could replace massive walls?
- How can leaders ensure informed decision‑making?
Large physical barriers may ignore underlying causes.