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“I react pragmatically. Where the market works, I'm for that. Where the government is necessary, I'm for that. I'm deeply suspicious of somebody who says, 'I'm in favor of privatization,' or, 'I'm deeply in favor of public ownership.' I'm in favor of whatever works in the particular case.” quote by John Kenneth Galbraith
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“I react pragmatically. Where the market works, I'm for that. Where the government is necessary, I'm for that. I'm deeply suspicious of somebody who says, 'I'm in favor of privatization,' or, 'I'm deeply in favor of public ownership.' I'm in favor of whatever works in the particular case.”

John Kenneth Galbraith

About This Quote

The speaker supports policies based on practical outcomes rather than ideological labels.

In simple terms: Support what works, not ideology.

Key Takeaway

Adopt pragmatic, evidence‑based policies.

Themes

politics pragmatism policy

Mood

pragmatic analytical

Type

political policy

When to use this quote

  • Economic reforms
  • public health measures
  • environmental regulation

Key Concepts

functionalism policy analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should ideology guide decisions?
  • How to evaluate effectiveness objectively?
A Different Perspective

May lack clear guiding principles.

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