Customer Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith
“Nothing so weakens government as persistent inflation.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Affluent Society, John Kenneth Galbraith, 1958
Persistent inflation erodes governmental authority and stability.
In simple terms: Inflation weakens government.
Control inflation to preserve power.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- national budgeting
- central banking
- public trust
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies best curb inflation?
- How does inflation affect daily life?
Inflation can be managed with proper policy; not inevitable.