Family Quote by Sinclair Lewis
““I don't mean to say we're perfect. We've got a lot to do in the way of extending the paving of motor boulevards, for, believe me, it's the fellow with four to ten thousand a year, say, and an automobile and a nice little family in a bungalow on the edge of town, that makes the wheels of progress go round!””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 1930s, United States
The speaker acknowledges imperfections but emphasizes that middle‑class families with cars drive societal progress.
In simple terms: Middle‑class car owners fuel progress.
Key Takeaway
Recognize everyday contributors to change.
Themes
progress
middle class
urban development
transportation
social dynamics
Mood
optimistic
reflective
Type
sociopolitical
observational
When to use this quote
- city planning
- housing policy
- automotive market
- community building
Key Concepts
Economic growth
consumer culture
urban sprawl
Questions to Reflect On
- How does car ownership shape community growth?
- What are the hidden costs of this progress?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks contributions of lower‑income groups and environmental costs.
