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“Millions are at the sharp end of globalisation, victims of economic inequality and social injustice, best summed up by the phrase we heard again and again from leave voters when told that leaving the E.U. would make our country worse off: 'Things can't get worse than this.'” quote by Wes Streeting
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“Millions are at the sharp end of globalisation, victims of economic inequality and social injustice, best summed up by the phrase we heard again and again from leave voters when told that leaving the E.U. would make our country worse off: 'Things can't get worse than this.'”

Wes Streeting

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Source Speech: Brexit referendum campaign, United Kingdom, 2016

Globalisation can deepen inequality, making disadvantaged groups feel hopeless and resigned to decline.

In simple terms: Globalisation can worsen inequality and hopelessness.

Key Takeaway

Address systemic inequities to restore hope.

Themes

inequality globalisation politics social justice hopelessness

Mood

concerned determined

Type

political social commentary

When to use this quote

  • policy reform
  • community organizing
  • public awareness campaigns

Key Concepts

economic disparity political rhetoric social stratification

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies rebuild trust after economic shocks?
  • What policies can reduce inequality?
A Different Perspective

Optimism and collective action can counteract despair.

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