Government proposes, bureaucracy disposes. And the bureaucracy must dispose of government proposals by dumping them on us.
P. J. O'RourkeRead
Anyway, no drug, not even alcohol, causes the fundamental ills of society. If we're looking for the source of our troubles, we shouldn't test people for drugs, we should test them for stupidity, ignorance, greed and love of power.
Interpretation
Society's real issues stem from human traits, not substances.
In this quote, P. J. O'Rourke argues that societal problems are not primarily caused by drugs or alcohol, but rather by negative human qualities such as ignorance, greed, and a desire for power. He suggests that addressing these intrinsic issues might be more beneficial than focusing on substance use, which often distracts from the root causes of our troubles.
In practice
This quote could be referenced in a discussion on societal reform.
Government proposes, bureaucracy disposes. And the bureaucracy must dispose of government proposals by dumping them on us.
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