Consumers Quote by Betty Furness
“If consumers are asked to make greater sacrifices than industry, this country is going to have its greatest shortage of all -- a shortage of consumers.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1950s consumer advocacy broadcast
Consumers must also sacrifice, otherwise shortages arise.
In simple terms: Both sides need to give up something.
Key Takeaway
Encourage shared responsibility in consumption.
Themes
economics
consumer behavior
shortage
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
sociopolitical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- public campaigns
- consumer education
Key Concepts
collective sacrifice
market balance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we motivate consumers to share sacrifices?
- What policies support balanced sacrifice?
A Different Perspective
Assumes consumers can easily sacrifice.
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