A camel is a horse designed by committee

Posted by Ruben P. Mendez on April 16, 2004

Does anyone know the origin of this maxim? I heard it way back at the United Nations, which is chockfull of committees. It may have originated there, but I'd like an authoritative explanation. Thanks

• A camel is a horse designed by committee SR 16/April/04
  • A camel is a horse designed by committee Henry 18/April/04