Business world Quote by Noam Chomsky
“A very large majority of the U.S. population is in favor of establishing diplomatic relations with Cuba and has been for a long time with some fluctuations. And even part of the business world is in favor of it, too. But the government won't allow it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture on US-Cuba Relations, 1990s
Most Americans and many business leaders support diplomatic ties with Cuba, yet governmental policy blocks it.
In simple terms: Many want US-Cuba ties, but government blocks them.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for policy change.
Themes
politics
public opinion
foreign policy
Mood
frustrated
hopeful
Type
political
analytical
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy advocacy
- public debate
- business lobbying
Key Concepts
diplomacy
governmental resistance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens influence foreign policy?
- What barriers keep governments from reflecting public will?
A Different Perspective
Governmental inertia can stall popular initiatives.
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