Economics Quote by Robert Reich
“The rich would do better with a smaller share of a rapidly growing economy then they're doing now with a large share of an economy that is barely growing at all.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Policy Address, Robert Reich, 2015
A larger share of a stagnant economy yields less benefit than a smaller share of a fast‑growing one.
In simple terms: Growth matters more than size of share.
Key Takeaway
Seek growth‑oriented policies.
Themes
economics
inequality
growth
policy
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- investment strategy
- wealth redistribution
- business planning
Key Concepts
capitalism
distribution
GDP
productivity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policy balance growth with equity?
- What sectors benefit most from fast growth?
A Different Perspective
Rapid growth may not be sustainable for all sectors.
