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Balance Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson

“The hungry world cannot be fed until and unless the growth of its resources and the growth of its population come into balance. Each man and woman-and each nation-must make decisions of conscience and policy in the face of this great problem.” quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
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“The hungry world cannot be fed until and unless the growth of its resources and the growth of its population come into balance. Each man and woman-and each nation-must make decisions of conscience and policy in the face of this great problem.”

Lyndon B. Johnson

About This Quote

Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, 1965

Population growth must be balanced with resource expansion; moral policy decisions are essential to address global scarcity.

In simple terms: Balance population and resources through conscience.

Key Takeaway

Promote sustainable policies worldwide.

Themes

environment population policy

Mood

urgent concerned

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • urban planning
  • resource management
  • international negotiations
  • education programs

Key Concepts

economics ethics global governance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies can reconcile growth and sustainability?
  • How can individuals influence global resource use?
A Different Perspective

Economic constraints may limit policy implementation.

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