Cold Quote by Condoleezza Rice
“This system, built on free markets, free trade and free peoples and American protection, that's what got us from the end of World War II to the extraordinary events of the end of the Cold War and a system that was one of prosperity and peace for a lot of people, including for the United States.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 2008
The post‑World War II prosperity stemmed from free markets, trade, and protection, leading to peace and wealth.
In simple terms: Free markets and trade fostered post‑war peace and prosperity.
Key Takeaway
Support open economies.
Themes
economics
history
politics
Mood
analytical
balanced
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- policy making
- economic planning
- education
Key Concepts
liberalism
globalization
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure prosperity is inclusive?
- What safeguards protect against market failures?
A Different Perspective
Such systems can also create inequality and exploitation.
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