Ability Quote by Barack Obama
“The success of our economy has always depended not just on the size of our gross domestic product, but on the reach of our prosperity; on the ability to extend opportunity to every willing heart - not out of charity, but because it is the surest route to our common good.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Forum, 2015
Economic health depends on broad prosperity and opportunity, not just GDP size.
In simple terms: We need inclusive growth for common good.
Key Takeaway
Promote shared opportunity.
Themes
economy
prosperity
equity
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy design
- community development
- education programs
Key Concepts
inclusive growth
social mobility
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we expand opportunity effectively?
- What policies best reduce inequality?
A Different Perspective
Implementation challenges exist.
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