Immigration Quote by Agnes E Meyer
“It is not more people that are needed in the world but better people, physically, morally and mentally. This question of raising the quality of our American population must also be taken into account in the question of immigration.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown immigration policy discussion, date unknown
The quote argues that improving the overall quality of individuals—physically, morally, and mentally—is more important than simply increasing population numbers, especially regarding immigration decisions.
In simple terms: Better people matter more than more people.
Key Takeaway
Focus on education and health to raise citizen quality.
Themes
education
health
immigration
quality
society
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
policy
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- school curricula reform
- public health initiatives
- immigration screening
- community mentorship programs
Key Concepts
human development
public policy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance quality improvement with openness?
- What metrics define “better” people?
A Different Perspective
Improving quality is complex and may conflict with values of inclusivity and diversity.
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