Additional Quote by Robert Reich
“We need a national infrastructure bank to rebuild our crumbling highways and water and sewer systems, thereby putting additional people back to work.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Policy Address, Robert Reich, 2020
Advocates creating a national infrastructure bank to fund rebuilding of essential public systems and generate jobs.
In simple terms: Build a bank to fund infrastructure and create jobs.
Key Takeaway
Invest in infrastructure for economic growth.
Themes
economics
public policy
infrastructure
Mood
optimistic
pragmatic
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- public‑private partnerships
- community development
Key Concepts
public finance
job creation
public works
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure equitable project selection?
- What safeguards prevent misallocation?
A Different Perspective
Bank may face political opposition and funding limits.
