Skip to content

We're a me-me-me generation. We're borrowing the savings…

“We're a me-me-me generation. We're borrowing the savings of every nation in the world. We're ... piling up a big tab. Now, I may think we're too big to have a run on us. You may think that. But it's possible that God does not.” quote by Paul Samuelson
Download Open image
“We're a me-me-me generation. We're borrowing the savings of every nation in the world. We're ... piling up a big tab. Now, I may think we're too big to have a run on us. You may think that. But it's possible that God does not.”

Paul Samuelson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He critiques collective debt, warning that global borrowing may exceed sustainable limits.

In simple terms: World is accumulating massive debt, risking a crisis.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address unsustainable debt.

Themes

economics debt global finance

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

economic policy

When to use this quote

  • government budgeting
  • investment decisions
  • public policy
  • financial planning

Key Concepts

fiscal policy intergenerational equity economic risk

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies could curb global debt?
  • How can individuals influence macro‑economic stability?
A Different Perspective

Solutions require coordinated international action.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Paul Samuelson

Explore all 75 Paul Samuelson quotes

More Bigs quotes

Browse all 15,539 Bigs quotes