Coal Quote by David Remnick
“There's nothing wrong with creating jobs. What's wrong is to seed the illusion that you will magically bring back the economy of 1970, that you will reopen coal mines.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Economic Outlook, The New Yorker, 2021
Creating jobs is fine; the problem is promising a nostalgic 1970s economy and reopening coal mines.
In simple terms: Avoid false economic promises.
Key Takeaway
Focus on realistic solutions.
Themes
economics
history
energy
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
journalistic
policy
When to use this quote
- government planning
- energy transition
- public discourse
Key Concepts
job creation
industrial policy
Questions to Reflect On
- What realistic jobs can replace coal?
- How to address climate while creating jobs?
A Different Perspective
Nostalgia can mislead policy.
