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“I don't think that our problem, our jobs problem, is fundamentally a problem of trade. I think it has much more to do with the fact that we have not sufficiently educated our population. We have not got out of this great recession with adequate stimulus and adequate fiscal and monetary policies…” quote by Robert Reich
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“I don't think that our problem, our jobs problem, is fundamentally a problem of trade. I think it has much more to do with the fact that we have not sufficiently educated our population. We have not got out of this great recession with adequate stimulus and adequate fiscal and monetary policies over all.”

Robert Reich

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Source Speech: Economic Policy Forum, 2018

The problem isn’t trade but inadequate education and insufficient fiscal stimulus after the recession.

In simple terms: Education and stimulus are key to economic recovery.

Key Takeaway

Invest in education and robust fiscal policies.

Themes

economics education policy recession

Mood

analytical concerned

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • workforce training
  • policy advocacy
  • business strategy

Key Concepts

Human capital development macroeconomic stabilization

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can education be better aligned with job market needs?
  • What fiscal measures would most effectively boost recovery?
A Different Perspective

Education alone may not fix structural market issues.

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