Business Quote by Ed Rendell
“Is regulation per se bad? Is better regulation bad? I think better regulation is good for the business community, and I think that's something we should get together on.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Forum, 2015
Suggests that well‑designed regulation benefits businesses, urging collaborative improvement of rules.
In simple terms: Good regulation helps businesses thrive.
Key Takeaway
Support thoughtful regulation.
Themes
economics
policy
collaboration
Mood
analytical
optimistic
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- small business
- environmental standards
- financial compliance
Key Concepts
regulatory design
public‑private partnership
Questions to Reflect On
- What regulations most hinder innovation?
- How can stakeholders co‑create better rules?
A Different Perspective
Regulation can increase costs if poorly implemented.
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