Change Quote by Jimmy Smits
“Change is very hard to effect. In America particularly, change only comes out of money. People don't wake up and say, 'Our country embraces so many cultures!' Instead, it's corporations who go 'Hey, look at that market out there!' But that's OK. You just take that and you use it. It's a ripe time to implement change. And I'm in there trying; that's all I can say.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview or public talk on social change
Change in America is driven by money, not cultural pride; leverage market forces to enact change
In simple terms: Economic incentives drive societal shifts
Key Takeaway
Use market power to promote progress
Themes
change
economics
culture
Mood
critical
optimistic
Type
persuasive
analytical
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- policy advocacy
- community organizing
Key Concepts
capitalism
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the ethical limits of profit‑driven change?
- How can cultural values be integrated without profit?
A Different Perspective
Money alone cannot guarantee ethical outcomes
