Economics Quote by Gunther Kress
““The (nation) state's concern had been the development of citizens - social subjects whose identity was shaped by the goals of the state - and the preparation of a labour force serving the needs of a national economy and administration. That state was interested in cohesion, integration and homogeneity - however imperfectly realized. The globally framed interests of current versions of the market are neither about citizenship - shared social values, aspirations, dispositions - nor about the preparation of a labour force…””
About This Quote
Source Academic article, date unknown
Analyzes how nation‑states shape citizens for economic purposes, emphasizing cohesion and homogeneity.
In simple terms: States mold citizens to serve national economies.
Key Takeaway
Critically assess state influence on identity.
Themes
politics
economics
identity
education
social policy
Mood
critical
analytical
scholarly
Type
Economics:1
Identity:1
Management:0
Social values:1
Nation State:1
Market Citizenship:0
State Concern:1
Citizenship Shared:0
State Interested:0
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- education reform
- sociological research
- public debate
- international relations
Key Concepts
nationalism
statecraft
citizen formation
labor economics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do citizens resist state‑imposed identities?
- What alternatives exist to homogenizing policies?
A Different Perspective
The view may underplay individual agency and resistance.
