Country Quote by Lina Khan
“When you say something like, 'Well, there's a lot of visceral dislike of what our agency is doing,' I think you have to, first of all, figure out which are the voices that you're privileging and focusing on. We try to open our doors and make sure we are keeping the full country in mind, rather than people who have access to power.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public hearing on antitrust policy, Federal Trade Commission, 2023
She urges considering whose perspectives dominate policy discussions and to include all citizens, not just the powerful.
In simple terms: Include all voices, not just the powerful.
Key Takeaway
Listen to diverse viewpoints.
Themes
inclusion
policy
power
representation
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
analytical
policy-oriented
When to use this quote
- regulatory hearings
- community forums
- policy drafting
- public consultations
Key Concepts
antitrust
public discourse
equity
Questions to Reflect On
- Who is being left out of the conversation?
- How can we ensure marginalized voices are heard?
A Different Perspective
Powerful interests may still dominate despite intentions.
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