Capitalism Quote by Sri Mulyani Indrawati
“People feel they are not participating in the decision-making process. Decisions are exclusive to those at the very top. You have grown up with crony capitalism and it creates ever more resentment.”
About This Quote
People feel excluded from decision-making, leading to resentment under elite‑driven crony capitalism.
In simple terms: Exclusion fuels resentment.
Key Takeaway
Promote inclusive decision processes.
Themes
inclusion
power
resentment
governance
economics
Mood
frustrated
critical
Type
political
social
When to use this quote
- corporate boards
- community meetings
- policy forums
- grassroots activism
Key Concepts
elite dominance
participatory governance
social trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How can marginalized voices be amplified?
- What structures enable shared authority?
A Different Perspective
Power concentration can limit genuine participation.
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