Bankrupt Quote by Thomas P.M. Barnett
“Barack Obama inherited a bankrupt economy, a bankrupt government, and a bankrupt foreign policy.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Pentagon's New Map
The author asserts that Obama inherited a bankrupt economy, government, and foreign policy, implying systemic failure.
In simple terms: Obama faced multiple bankruptcies.
Address systemic reforms.
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When to use this quote
- budgeting
- international relations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What reforms are most urgent?
- How can multiple crises be tackled together?
Complexities may be oversimplified.