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“I never had to worry about divestment because I never invested.” quote by Robert Redford
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“I never had to worry about divestment because I never invested.”

Robert Redford

About This Quote

Source Speech: Business Ethics Forum, Robert Redford, 2015

If you never invest, you cannot be held accountable for divestment, highlighting a loophole where non‑participation avoids responsibility.

In simple terms: Not investing means you can’t be blamed for pulling out.

Key Takeaway

Consider the ethical implications of passive involvement.

Themes

ethics investment responsibility accountability finance

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

ethical political

When to use this quote

  • corporate policy
  • personal finance
  • environmental activism

Key Concepts

moral philosophy risk management stakeholder theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you bear responsibility for what you enable?
  • How can passive actors influence change?
A Different Perspective

Avoiding investment may still support harmful systems indirectly.

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