Analysis Quote by Jim Yong Kim
“When you're working on development issues, optimism is not always based on rational analysis, often it is a moral choice.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: World Bank Annual Meeting, 2015
Optimism in development work often stems from moral conviction rather than pure data analysis.
In simple terms: Optimism can be a moral choice, not just rational.
Key Takeaway
Embrace moral conviction in development decisions.
Themes
development
optimism
ethics
policy
leadership
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- NGO planning
- policy design
- grantmaking
- community outreach
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
risk assessment
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance moral imperatives with evidence?
- When should data override moral optimism?
A Different Perspective
Optimism without data may lead to misguided projects.
