Children Quote by L. Neil Smith
“We must oppose programs that would take food from the mouths of younger generations to buy prescription drugs for old people, and we must do it... for the children.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Probability Broach, 1979
Opposing policies that divert resources from youth to the elderly is a moral imperative to protect future generations.
In simple terms: Protect kids by rejecting unfair resource shifts.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for intergenerational fairness.
Themes
ethics
resource allocation
generational justice
Mood
critical
empathetic
Type
social
ethical
When to use this quote
- public health funding
- social welfare programs
- food security initiatives
Key Concepts
social policy
economic equity
Questions to Reflect On
- How to ensure both young and old receive fair support?
- What alternatives exist to current resource distribution?
A Different Perspective
Complex trade‑offs may arise when balancing needs of different age groups.
