Agency Quote by William O. Douglas
“The one governmental agency that has no ambition.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Supreme Court remarks, 1970
A critique of a government body that lacks drive or purpose.
In simple terms: A government agency without ambition.
Key Takeaway
Question the purpose of stagnant institutions.
Themes
bureaucracy
motivation
government
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
political
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- organizational reform
- public accountability
Key Concepts
public policy
institutional inertia
Questions to Reflect On
- How does lack of ambition impact public trust?
- What reforms could re-energize such an agency?
A Different Perspective
Even without ambition, an agency still holds power that can affect citizens.
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