Judging by the edicts passed to regulate commerce alone, Franklin stood ready to conclude that an assembly of wise men is the greatest fool upon earth.
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The quote from Stacy Schiff's book, "A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America," reflects on Benjamin Franklin's cynical view of assemblies of men governing commerce. He implied that despite their wisdom, such gatherings often fail to act sensibly, leading to foolish decisions. This statement suggests that collective wisdom can sometimes generate misguided outcomes that do not serve the public interest.
Franklin's perspective highlights a significant tension in political...
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