New job Quote by Barack Obama
“We cannot cede to other nations the technology that will power new jobs and new industries...we must claim its promise.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 2015 White House Technology Initiative by Barack Obama, 2015
Nations must retain control of emerging technologies to create jobs and industries, rather than cede them to others.
In simple terms: Control tech to secure jobs.
Key Takeaway
Invest in domestic tech leadership.
Themes
innovation
economy
sovereignty
jobs
Mood
strategic
optimistic
urgent
Type
political
economic
technological
When to use this quote
- government policy
- business strategy
- education
- research labs
Key Concepts
technology policy
economic development
national security
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster homegrown tech?
- What policies protect tech sovereignty?
A Different Perspective
Relying on others risks economic dependence.
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