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Concern Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt

“Economic diseases are highly communicable. It follows therefore that the economic health of every country is a proper matter of concern to all its neighbors, near or distant.” quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
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“Economic diseases are highly communicable. It follows therefore that the economic health of every country is a proper matter of concern to all its neighbors, near or distant.”

Franklin D. Roosevelt

About This Quote

Source Speech: Economic Health Address, 1930s

Economic problems spread like disease, so each nation's wellbeing matters to all others.

In simple terms: Economic health is contagious.

Key Takeaway

Consider global impact of local economies.

Themes

interdependence health economics

Mood

concerned analytical

Type

speech argumentative

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • trade agreements
  • public health planning

Key Concepts

externalities globalization

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your country’s economy affect others?
  • What can you do to help nearby nations?
A Different Perspective

National policies affect neighboring countries.

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