If you're going to have centralization, why not have it!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He argues that if centralization is inevitable, one should embrace it fully rather than half-heartedly.
- In plain terms
- If you must centralize, do it completely.
- What can you take from it?
- Commit fully to a decision if you choose to make it.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is half-measures better than full commitment?
- When is centralization necessary?
Another view
It ignores the risks of unchecked centralization.
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