America Quote by Alan Greenspan
“If we are to remain preeminent in transforming knowledge into economic value, America's system of higher education must remain the world's leader in generating scientific and technological breakthrough, and in meeting the challenge to educate workers.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Higher Education, Alan Greenspan, 2005
America must keep its universities at the forefront of research and workforce training to stay economically dominant.
In simple terms: US higher education must stay world‑leading in research and training.
Key Takeaway
Invest in university research and skills programs.
Themes
education
economics
innovation
leadership
Mood
optimistic
urgent
Type
policy
strategic
When to use this quote
- policy making
- university administration
- corporate R&D
- career counseling
Key Concepts
human capital
technological advancement
global competition
Questions to Reflect On
- How can universities balance basic research with job training?
- What policies best sustain innovation leadership?
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