Economics Quote by Ronald Reagan
“The government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Economic Policy, Ronald Reagan, 1981
The government tends to intervene in the economy by taxing, regulating, or subsidizing based on activity levels.
In simple terms: Government reacts to economic activity with taxes, regulation, or subsidies.
Understand how policy shifts with market momentum.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business planning
- investment decisions
- public budgeting
- economic forecasting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you see these three actions affecting your industry?
- When might non-intervention be preferable?
Policy may oversimplify complex economic realities.