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America Quote by Theodore C. Sorensen

“I believe in an America in which the fruits of productivity and prosperity are shared by all, by workers as well as owners, by those at the bottom as well as those at the top; an America in which the sacrifices required by national security are shared by all, by profiteers in the back offices as…” quote by Theodore C. Sorensen
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“I believe in an America in which the fruits of productivity and prosperity are shared by all, by workers as well as owners, by those at the bottom as well as those at the top; an America in which the sacrifices required by national security are shared by all, by profiteers in the back offices as well as volunteers on the front lines.”

Theodore C. Sorensen

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public policy forum, 1970

It calls for an America where prosperity and security burdens are shared equitably across all social levels.

In simple terms: Equal sharing of wealth and security duties.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for fair economic and security policies.

Themes

equality economics national security shared responsibility social justice

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

political ideological

When to use this quote

  • Legislative reform
  • union negotiations
  • community organizing

Key Concepts

Progressive economics public policy wealth distribution

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to ensure fairness without stifling growth?
  • What mechanisms can enforce shared sacrifice?
A Different Perspective

Balancing incentives with fairness is complex.

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