Biased Quote by Jill Stein
“We had lead emitted in gasoline and in paint, painting generations of housing for an entire century, practically, before it was regulated. That's what I'm talking about, is that we have a regulatory system that is biased to protect profit and not to protect people. We need a much more precautionary and proactive regulatory system that is not influenced by the revolving door.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Environmental Regulation Commentary, 2020
The quote criticizes how regulations often favor corporate profit over public health, urging a shift to precautionary, proactive policies free from industry influence.
In simple terms: Regulations favor profit, not people; need precautionary rules.
Demand stricter, unbiased safety rules.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- corporate lobbying
- community health advocacy
- environmental impact assessments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens hold regulators accountable?
- What mechanisms ensure policies prioritize health over profit?
Industry pressure can delay necessary protections.