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“By multiplying the means of gratification, by promoting the introduction and circulation of the precious metals, those darling objects of human avarice and enterprise, it serves to vivify and invigorate the channels of industry, and to make them flow with greater activity and copiousness. The…” quote by Alexander Hamilton
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“By multiplying the means of gratification, by promoting the introduction and circulation of the precious metals, those darling objects of human avarice and enterprise, it serves to vivify and invigorate the channels of industry, and to make them flow with greater activity and copiousness. The assiduous merchant, the laborious husbandman, the active mechanic, and the industrious manufacturer,-all orders of men, look forward with eager expectation and growing alacrity to this pleasing reward of their toils.”

Alexander Hamilton

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Source Speech: Report on the National Bank, 1791

Advocates stimulating the economy by increasing the circulation of precious metals, encouraging industry and productivity.

In simple terms: Promotes metal circulation to boost industry.

Key Takeaway

Support policies that increase monetary flow.

Themes

economics industry policy wealth

Mood

analytical optimistic historical

Type

economic political persuasive

When to use this quote

  • banking reforms
  • business incentives
  • trade negotiations
  • investment strategies

Key Concepts

monetary policy industrial growth capital circulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does metal circulation affect modern economies?
  • What alternatives exist for stimulating industry?
A Different Perspective

Risk of inflation if not managed.

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