Change Quote by Naomi Klein
“We have to change the kind of free trade deals we sign. We would have to change the absolutely central role of frenetic consumption in our culture. We would have to change the role of money in politics and our political system.”
About This Quote
Source Book: This Changes Everything, 2014
Transforming trade, consumption, and money politics is essential for sustainable change.
In simple terms: Changing trade, consumption, and money politics is needed.
Key Takeaway
Advocate systemic economic reforms.
Themes
environment
economics
politics
social justice
Mood
urgent
critical
Type
activist
analytical
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy advocacy
- corporate responsibility
- public education
Key Concepts
systems theory
activism
policy change
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens influence trade policy?
- What alternatives to consumerism exist?
A Different Perspective
Resistance from entrenched interests is strong.
