Quote by Richard Harkness

Committee: A group of the unwilling, picked from the unfit to do the unnecessary.

Committee: A group of the unwilling, picked from the unfit t

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that committees are composed of individuals who are reluctant to participate, often chosen based on their unsuitability for the task at hand, and assigned to accomplish tasks that may not be essential. It highlights the perception that committees can sometimes be ineffective and bogged down by bureaucracy, resulting in unnecessary work and inefficient decision-making processes.

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By Richard Harkness

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