Origin of "better to apologize..."

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1 total messages Started by Michael Matti Thu, 28 Jan 1993 15:33

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Author: Michael Matti
Date: Thu, 28 Jan 1993 15:33

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On National Public Radio this morning was an interview with the newly
declared Principal of the Year.  Credited with innovation, she mentioned
that her favorite quote is "It's better to apoligize than to ask
permission."  (Hah! - I'd like to hear a student claim that in her office.)

The first time I'd heard this line was years ago on Garrison Keilor's
Prairie Home Companion.  (Oddly enough, another NPR broadcast.)  Anyone
know who started it - and what the context might have been?
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