Government proposes, bureaucracy disposes. And the bureaucracy must dispose of government proposals by dumping them on us.
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Hubris is one of the great renewable resources.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Hubris refers to excessive pride or self-confidence, often leading to downfall.
The quote by P. J. O'Rourke suggests that hubris, or extreme arrogance, is not only a common human trait but also a recurring one that seems to regenerate over time. It highlights the idea that despite the consequences of excessive pride, people continually demonstrate this trait, making it a perpetual source of folly throughout history.
Themes
HubrisPrideArroganceRenewableResources
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a discussion about leadership failures, illustrating how pride can lead to a downfall.
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