Fitness Quote by William Henry Vanderbilt
“The public be damned! (on whether the public should be consulted about luxury trains Aug 1918”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Debate on Luxury Trains, 1918
A rhetorical exclamation dismissing public opinion on elite transportation projects, emphasizing elite decision‑making.
In simple terms: Ignore public input on luxury trains.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize expert or elite decisions.
Themes
elitism
infrastructure
public policy
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- government planning
- corporate projects
- public forums
- media coverage
Key Concepts
luxury travel
decision making
public dissent
Questions to Reflect On
- Should public have a say in major projects?
- How to balance expertise and democracy?
A Different Perspective
Excluding the public can breed resentment and inequity.
