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“For everywhere we look, there is work to be done. The state of our economy calls for action: bold and swift. And we will act not only to create new jobs but to lay a new foundation for growth. We will build the roads and bridges, the electric grids and digital lines that feed our commerce and bind…” quote by Barack Obama
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“For everywhere we look, there is work to be done. The state of our economy calls for action: bold and swift. And we will act not only to create new jobs but to lay a new foundation for growth. We will build the roads and bridges, the electric grids and digital lines that feed our commerce and bind us together. We will restore science to its rightful place and wield technology's wonders to raise health care's quality and lower its costs.”

Barack Obama

About This Quote

Source Speech: State of the Union Address, 2011

The economy needs immediate, large‑scale action to create jobs, improve infrastructure, and harness technology for health and growth.

In simple terms: We must act quickly to build jobs and modernize essential systems.

Key Takeaway

Invest in infrastructure and tech to boost growth.

Themes

economy infrastructure technology healthcare growth

Mood

optimistic determined

Type

policy inspirational

When to use this quote

  • government planning
  • urban development
  • healthcare reform
  • technology deployment

Key Concepts

public policy investment innovation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What infrastructure projects would most benefit your community?
  • How can technology reduce healthcare costs?
A Different Perspective

Implementation may face budget constraints and political opposition.

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