Bad Quote by Angus Deaton
“Inequality is not so much a cause of economic, political, and social processes as a consequence. Some of these processes are good, some are bad, and some are very bad indeed.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Great Escape, 2013
Inequality results from economic, political, and social processes, not as a primary cause.
In simple terms: Inequality is a consequence of many processes.
Focus on underlying processes to reduce inequality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- economic reform
- education access
- healthcare equity
- tax policy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What processes most drive inequality today?
- How can policy address root causes?
Complex systems may resist simple solutions.