Globalization Quote by Robert Reich
“The key to understanding the rise in inequality isn't technology or globalization. It's the power of the moneyed interests to shape the underlying rules of the market.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Inequality Forum, 2015
Inequality stems more from powerful interests shaping market rules than from tech or trade.
In simple terms: Powerful groups set market rules, causing inequality.
Challenge and change those rules.
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Type
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- activism
- business strategy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Who benefits from current market rules?
- How can citizens influence rule‑making?
Changing rules is politically difficult.