Below the surface Quote by Nick Clegg
“If you scratch below the surface and ask what really makes me tick, it's the liberalism of trying to promote freedom and opportunity. Promoting social mobility is one of the keys to that.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: European Parliament debate, 2015
The speaker links personal motivation to liberal values, emphasizing freedom, opportunity, and social mobility as essential drivers of personal fulfillment.
In simple terms: Freedom and opportunity drive me.
Promote freedom and mobility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- education policy
- community development
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does social mobility affect your life?
- What freedoms matter most to you?
Overemphasis on ideology can overlook practical constraints.