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“Outsourcing was the bogeyman of the '90s. Protectionists portrayed it as an evil that would take American jobs away. Yes, some jobs did go offshore as people feared, but it made the global economic pie grow bigger.” quote by Vivek Wadhwa
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“Outsourcing was the bogeyman of the '90s. Protectionists portrayed it as an evil that would take American jobs away. Yes, some jobs did go offshore as people feared, but it made the global economic pie grow bigger.”

Vivek Wadhwa

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview on Globalization, 2010

Outsourcing expands overall economic output despite shifting specific jobs abroad.

In simple terms: Outsourcing grows the global pie, though some jobs move.

Key Takeaway

Embrace global collaboration while supporting displaced workers.

Themes

economics globalization labor markets policy technology

Mood

optimistic analytical

Type

informative policy-oriented

When to use this quote

  • government policy
  • corporate strategy
  • career planning
  • education and
  • community support

Key Concepts

comparative advantage economic growth job displacement trade policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies balance efficiency gains with job security?
  • What policies help workers transition?
A Different Perspective

Benefits may be uneven; workers may need retraining and support.

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