Billions Quote by Herman Kahn
“For if enough people were really convinced that growth should be halted, and if they acted on that conviction, then billions of others might be deprived of any realistic hope of gaining the opportunities now enjoyed by the more fortunate.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Year 2000: A Framework for Speculation, Herman Kahn, 1967
If a majority truly believes growth must stop and acts on it, many could lose the chance to benefit from current prosperity.
In simple terms: Stopping growth could deny future opportunities to many.
Key Takeaway
Consider the broader impact before limiting growth.
Themes
economics
ethics
future planning
inequality
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- environmental regulation
- investment decisions
- public discourse
Key Concepts
sustainability
resource limits
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How would you balance ecological limits with social equity?
- What alternatives exist to halt growth without sacrificing opportunity?
A Different Perspective
Growth limits may harm those already disadvantaged.
