Army Quote by George W. Bush
“The all-volunteer army works. It works particularly when we pay our troops well.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Nation, George W. Bush, 2001
A volunteer military succeeds when soldiers are well compensated and motivated.
In simple terms: Well‑paid volunteers perform better.
Key Takeaway
Invest in troop pay and morale.
Themes
military
leadership
compensation
motivation
Mood
pragmatic
serious
Type
policy
leadership
When to use this quote
- recruitment
- retention
- budget planning
- policy making
Key Concepts
public service
economics
human resources
Questions to Reflect On
- How does compensation affect morale?
- What other factors influence military effectiveness?
A Different Perspective
If pay is high but leadership is poor, performance may still suffer.
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