Development Quote by Josiah Strong
“We have seen... that, although England is by far the richest nation of Europe, we have already outstripped her in the race after wealth, and we have only begun the development of our vast resources.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "Our Country: Its Possible Future and Its Present Condition", 1885
National pride and economic optimism drive belief in surpassing historic rivals.
In simple terms: America will outpace England through resource development.
Key Takeaway
Invest in resources to sustain growth.
Themes
nationalism
economic optimism
progressivism
Mood
optimistic
determined
Type
historical
economic
When to use this quote
- industrial policy
- education investment
- infrastructure planning
Key Concepts
resource economics
comparative advantage
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks accompany unchecked optimism?
- How can growth be inclusive?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence may ignore systemic challenges and inequalities.
