According to an aphorism attributed to Confucius, ‘The easiest way out is through the door. Why do so few use it?’ A modern interpretation is, ‘Do not complicate matters just to distinguish yourself.’
This seemed relevant in reflecting on the Chancellor’s panicky reactions over the past few days. There has never been a budget openly pronounced a failure within three days. To have had three budgets in nine days does not suggest careful planning or preparation for dealing with what was known to be coming for weeks. One can expect more budgets in the next few days. The Chancellor’s inexperience […]
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