Again Quote by William Colby
“Let's not go through that again. Redirect it, reduce the amount of money spent, but let's not destroy it. Because you don't know 10 years out what you're going to face.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 1970s, CIA official
Advocates cautious budgeting and flexibility, avoiding premature destruction of assets due to uncertain future challenges.
In simple terms: Plan wisely, keep options open.
Key Takeaway
Preserve resources, adapt later.
Themes
budgeting
flexibility
risk management
Mood
pragmatic
concerned
Type
advisory
strategic
When to use this quote
- government programs
- military procurement
- infrastructure projects
- corporate budgeting
Key Concepts
strategic planning
long‑term forecasting
Questions to Reflect On
- What future risks could be missed?
- How can flexibility be built into budgets?
A Different Perspective
Short‑term cuts may harm long‑term goals.
