Quote by Colin Powell

Policies that emanate from ivory towers often have an adverse impact on the people out in the field who are fighting the wars or bringing in the revenues.

Policies that emanate from ivory towers often have an advers

Summary

This quote suggests that policies formulated by those who are disconnected from the real-world challenges and experiences can have negative consequences on those directly involved in implementing them. The "ivory towers" symbolize a place of disconnect and detachment from reality. The point being made is that decisions made without considering the perspectives and needs of those who actually experience the ramifications can lead to unintended and potentially harmful outcomes. This highlights the importance of including input from people on the ground and considering their expertise and insights when creating policies.

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By Colin Powell

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