Able Quote by Diana DeGette
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“While we won't be able to help the 10,000 people who died in last year's [Ebola] outbreak, we can do something to save untold numbers of lives in the future if NIH is working at full strength.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Remarks on Public Health Funding, 2023
The speaker acknowledges past tragedy but urges continued investment in health research to prevent future deaths.
Themes
public health
policy
future planning
hope
responsibility
Mood
hopeful
urgent
Type
persuasive
policy‑oriented
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- healthcare
- fundraising
- scientific research
- government budgeting
Key Concepts
research funding
epidemic preparedness
government action
global health
ethical duty
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies can ensure NIH remains fully funded?
- How can we balance immediate needs with long‑term preparedness?
A Different Perspective
Future outcomes depend on present decisions;null
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