Conflict Quote by Andrew Mitchell
“It is conflict overall that mires people in poverty. That is the first law of development.”
About This Quote
Source Report: World Development Outlook, 2012
Systemic conflict entrenches poverty, forming a fundamental development barrier.
In simple terms: Conflict keeps people poor.
Key Takeaway
Address conflict to reduce poverty.
Themes
conflict
poverty
development
Mood
serious
concerned
Type
analytical
informative
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- community building
- peacebuilding initiatives
Key Concepts
political economy
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does governance play?
- How can communities break the cycle?
A Different Perspective
Complex causes may resist simple solutions.
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