Being Quote by Chrystia Freeland
“In Western capitalism circa 2013, fear that the market economy has become dysfunctional is not limited to a few entrepreneurs in Boulder. It is being publicly expressed, with increasing frequency, by some of the people who occupy the commanding heights of the global economy.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Forum, 2013, Canada
The quote highlights growing elite concern that market mechanisms are failing, indicating a shift from niche criticism to mainstream alarm among top economic leaders.
In simple terms: Leaders worry markets are broken.
Recognize and address systemic market flaws.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government policy debates
- corporate strategy meetings
- academic conferences
- public opinion analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do elite perceptions shape policy?
- What evidence supports market dysfunction?
The quote may overstate consensus; not all leaders share this view.