Any Quote by Madeleine M. Kunin
“It is easy but inaccurate to label any legislation which makes it easier for working families to combine family and work responsibilities 'job killers.'”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Family Policy, US Senate, 1995
Labeling family‑friendly laws as “job killers” oversimplifies their purpose and harms workers.
In simple terms: Simplify laws hurts families.
Key Takeaway
Avoid harmful labels; focus on policy impact.
Themes
family policy
labor economics
political rhetoric
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
policy
political
When to use this quote
- legislative debates
- union negotiations
- media commentary
Key Concepts
public policy
social welfare
political discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- How do such labels affect public perception?
- What alternatives better describe these laws?
A Different Perspective
Complex issues need nuanced discussion, not slogans.
