It will cost the State money, it will cost industry money…
““It will cost the State money, it will cost industry money, it will cost the mills and mines money, and it will cost municipalities money but it is money that must be spent and must be spent now because we face a problem that must be solved now. To defer action will cost a lot more money later and possibly it will then be too late.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Delaying action on urgent problems costs more money later; immediate spending is necessary.
In simple terms: Delay costs more later; act now.
Key Takeaway
Invest now to avoid higher future costs.
Themes
public policy
budgeting
urgency
cost‑benefit
government spending
Mood
urgent
pragmatic
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- fiscal management
Key Concepts
economics
public administration
Questions to Reflect On
- What urgent issue requires immediate funding?
- How can you justify upfront costs?