Change in the societies at the very bottom must come predominantly from within; we cannot impose it on them.
Paul CollierMost conduct is guided by norms rather than by laws. Norms are voluntary and are effective because they are enforced by peer pressure.
Paul CollierYou can tell everybody that Eddie Robinson's out looking for a job right now, and believe me, he's a great kid. He's happy and he's healthy. All he needs is a couple of weeks to regain game fitness. Put him on the court and when the game counts ... Eddie Robinson is about one word: winning and losing. He's a great athlete, and I love him to death.
Paul Collier