Death Quote by P. J. O'Rourke
“Infant mortality and life expectancy are reasonable indicators of general well-being in a society.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Age of War,” The Atlantic, 1995
Uses infant mortality and life expectancy as proxy metrics for a society’s overall health and prosperity.
In simple terms: These metrics reflect societal well‑being.
Use health indicators to gauge development.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Policy planning
- international aid
- healthcare reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What other factors indicate well‑being?
- How can data guide improvement?
Numbers may hide inequality.