American people Quote by William J. Clinton
“Everybody has a gas-guzzling car because people like SUVs. They would like SUVs if they were hybrid vehicles that had the same horsepower and used less gasoline. Instead, what the auto manufacturers are doing is building SUVs that are hybrid vehicles that use the same amount of gasoline because they up the horsepower. That's a decision that they make to market irresponsible economic behavior. The American people like the SUVs, they have kids, they, they need them, they get around in them, but we have options.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic policy remarks, early 2000s
Consumers love SUVs for power, but manufacturers prioritize profit over environmental responsibility, leading to wasteful choices.
In simple terms: People want powerful SUVs; makers ignore greener options.
Key Takeaway
Demand better, sustainable vehicles.
Themes
environment
consumer behavior
automotive industry
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
policy
environmental
When to use this quote
- car buying
- policy advocacy
- urban commuting
Key Concepts
sustainability
market incentives
energy efficiency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policy align profit with sustainability?
- What incentives would shift consumer preference?
A Different Perspective
Economic pressures can stall green innovation.
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