Become Quote by Mark Sanford
“We simply have to become more competitive as a state if we're going to be successful in creating jobs, bringing capital investment and raising income levels here in South Carolina.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: South Carolina Economic Forum, 2011
The state must increase its competitiveness to attract jobs, investment, and higher incomes.
In simple terms: Be more competitive to grow economy.
Focus on policies that boost competitiveness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative planning
- business attraction
- infrastructure investment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What specific actions can improve competitiveness?
- How to balance growth with equity?
Competitiveness alone may not address structural inequities.