Bottom Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“It is the habit of the unthinking to turn to the illusions of economic magic. These unhappy times call for the building of plans that put their faith once more in the forgotten man at the bottom of the economic pyramid”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Roosevelt's 1933 address on economic policy, 1933
People often cling to magical economic solutions; instead, we must plan for the common person at the bottom.
In simple terms: Avoid magical economics; plan for the poor.
Key Takeaway
Focus policies on the underserved.
Themes
economics
policy
inequality
planning
hope
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- government programs
- community organizing
- economic reform
- education initiatives
Key Concepts
social justice
economic theory
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policies empower the lowest economic tier?
- What realistic steps can address systemic inequality?
A Different Perspective
Idealistic plans may overlook practical constraints.
