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Capitalism Quote by Naomi Klein

“Under the neoliberal worldview, governments exist in order to create the optimal conditions for private interests to maximize their profits and wealth, based on the theory that the profits and economic growth that follow will benefit everyone in the trickle-down from the top - eventually.” quote by Naomi Klein
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““Under the neoliberal worldview, governments exist in order to create the optimal conditions for private interests to maximize their profits and wealth, based on the theory that the profits and economic growth that follow will benefit everyone in the trickle-down from the top - eventually.””

Naomi Klein

About This Quote

Source Book: This Changes Everything by Naomi Klein, 2015

Neoliberal policies prioritize profit over public good, assuming wealth trickles down, which often fails.

In simple terms: Profit‑first policies hurt many.

Key Takeaway

Question the profit‑first mindset.

Themes

economics politics inequality

Mood

critical analytical

Type

non‑fiction political

When to use this quote

  • government budgeting
  • social welfare

Key Concepts

neoliberalism public policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternatives exist for equitable growth?
  • How does profit focus affect your community?
A Different Perspective

Assumes trickle‑down works universally.

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