Webb, if I put you over at Justice I want you to find the answers to two questions for me. One, who killed JFK? And two, are there UFOs?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A casual inquiry about conspiracy theories directed at a high-ranking official during a potential appointment.
- In plain terms
- I want you to find out who killed JFK and if UFOs exist.
- What can you take from it?
- Curiosity about mysteries can arise in serious settings.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What mysteries captivate leaders?
- Should officials investigate conspiracy theories?
Another view
Such questions may distract from more urgent policy priorities.
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