Democracy Quote by Dennis Hastert
“Trade creates jobs and lifts people out of poverty. And when that happens, societies stabilize and grow. And there is nothing like a stable society to fight terrorism and strengthen democracy, freedom and rule of law.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Economic Policy, United States Senate, 2005
Economic activity generates employment, reducing poverty and fostering social stability, which in turn supports democratic institutions and security
In simple terms: Job creation reduces poverty and stabilizes societies
Promote policies that boost trade and employment
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government policy
- international development
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can trade policies be designed to protect vulnerable workers?
- What safeguards ensure that economic growth translates into political stability?
Trade benefits may be uneven; not all sectors gain equally