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Bridges Quote by Paul Ryan

“We think that's necessary just as a foundation for economic growth. It's not the jobs in and of themselves, which you do make by building bridges and things like this, but it's the economic growth that comes from having a modern infrastructure that is in dire need of repair.” quote by Paul Ryan
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“We think that's necessary just as a foundation for economic growth. It's not the jobs in and of themselves, which you do make by building bridges and things like this, but it's the economic growth that comes from having a modern infrastructure that is in dire need of repair.”

Paul Ryan

About This Quote

Source Speech: Infrastructure Investment Address, 2015

Economic growth depends on modern infrastructure; jobs follow the resulting prosperity, not the reverse.

In simple terms: Good infrastructure fuels growth, which then creates jobs.

Key Takeaway

Invest in infrastructure to spur economic growth.

Themes

economy infrastructure growth policy jobs

Mood

strategic policy-oriented

Type

economic infrastructure

When to use this quote

  • government budgeting
  • public works projects
  • private sector partnerships
  • community planning

Key Concepts

public works economic development investment strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What projects should be prioritized?
  • How to finance large-scale upgrades?
A Different Perspective

Funding constraints can delay needed repairs.

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