Disposition Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“True wealth is not a static thing. It is a living thing made out of the disposition of men to create and distribute the good things of life with rising standards of living.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: State of the Union, 1936
Wealth is dynamic, growing when people create and share valuable goods, raising living standards.
In simple terms: Wealth grows when we create and share.
Encourage innovation and distribution.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- philanthropy
- public policy
- education reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What creates can make wealth more inclusive?
- How does sharing boost overall prosperity?
Wealth can become unequal if not shared fairly.