Builder Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“We have always known that heedless self-interest was bad morals; we know now that it is bad economics. Out of the collapse of a prosperity whose builders boasted their practicality has come the conviction that in the long run economic morality pays.”
About This Quote
Self‑interest harms morals and economics; long‑term, morality benefits the economy.
In simple terms: Ethical behavior supports sustainable economics.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize moral decisions for economic health.
Themes
ethics
economics
long‑term thinking
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
political
economic
When to use this quote
- policy making
- corporate governance
- personal finance
Key Concepts
political theory
business ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does morality affect markets?
- What policies enforce ethical economics?
A Different Perspective
May clash with short‑term profit.
