I think things that contribute to the destruction of our…
“I think things that contribute to the destruction of our free-incentive system are wrong. A trend against that free-incentive system is wrong, and should only be temporarily engaged in, in the event that war or something of that kind requires it. Otherwise, it should be reduced.”
About This Quote
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Free-incentive systems drive productivity; temporary restrictions are permissible only in extreme crises.
In simple terms: Preserve incentives, limit restrictions.
Guard economic freedom.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government regulation
- wartime production
- emergency measures
- budget cuts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should incentives be curtailed?
- What defines an “extreme crisis”?
Balancing liberty with security can be contentious.