Additional Quote by Esther Duflo
“Giving more to women will, to some extent, come at the expense of men. People sometimes try to sweep that under the rug by saying you will create so much additional resources that everyone will be better off. I don't think that's true.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on gender economics, 2020
Policies that favor women may reduce resources for men, contrary to claims of universal gain.
In simple terms: Helping women can hurt men.
Key Takeaway
Consider equity trade‑offs.
Themes
gender equity
resource allocation
policy debate
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- employment programs
- education funding
- healthcare access
Key Concepts
economics
feminist theory
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policies be designed to benefit both genders?
- What evidence shows net gains for all?
A Different Perspective
Assumes zero‑sum outcomes ignore possible overall growth.
