Breakdown Quote by Kamisese Mara
“Even institutions of State, such as the judiciary, were seriously weakened, to the extent that the citizenry justifiably feared a breakdown in law and order. The business community was hit by a slump in sales and confidence, leading to reduced earnings and loss of jobs.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Nation, Fiji, 1987
The government and courts were so weakened that people feared loss of law and order, while businesses suffered from low sales and confidence, causing job losses.
In simple terms: Weak institutions and economic slump caused fear and job loss.
Key Takeaway
Strengthen institutions and restore confidence.
Themes
politics
economy
law
society
employment
Mood
concerned
serious
reflective
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- government reform
- business recovery
- job creation
- community resilience
Key Concepts
institutional decay
economic downturn
public trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens rebuild trust in weakened institutions?
- What policies can revive business confidence?
A Different Perspective
If institutions are restored, economic recovery may still lag without broader reforms.
