Govern Quotes

Leadership measured in choices made.

To govern, these quotes argue, is fundamentally to choose, and to appear unable to choose is to appear unfit to lead. Others describe governing as a practical matter of winning first and avoiding unnecessary offense once in power. For related reflections, see our Always quotes.


Governing well, according to this collection, is less about grand vision and more about decisive, practical action. Continue with Cannot and Appear quotes for more on capability and limits.