Comprehending Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“It is time to extend planning to a wider field, in this instance comprehending in one great project many states directly concerned with the basin of one of our greatest rivers.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Roosevelt River Basin Planning Conference, 1936
Planning should include all states sharing a major river basin to manage resources effectively.
In simple terms: Include all affected states in river planning.
Key Takeaway
Coordinate regional water management.
Themes
environment
policy
collaboration
resource management
Mood
determined
pragmatic
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- flood control projects
- hydropower development
- agricultural irrigation
- urban water supply
Key Concepts
interstate cooperation
hydrology
public works
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms ensure equitable water sharing?
- How to balance local vs. national interests?
A Different Perspective
Political disagreements can stall joint projects.
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