Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte

Incidents should not govern policy; but, policy incidents.

Incidents should not govern policy; but, policy incidents.

Summary

This quote suggests that policy decisions should not be driven solely by isolated incidents, but rather, policy decisions should be informed by a broader understanding of the underlying principles and objectives. It emphasizes the importance of taking a measured and disciplined approach to policy-making, where policies are developed based on a thoughtful analysis of various incidents, rather than knee-jerk reactions to specific events. The quote suggests that policies should be based on a comprehensive understanding of the bigger picture and should not be influenced by individual incidents that may not reflect the overall context or long-term implications.

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