Causes Quote by Ziad K. Abdelnour
“There are few problems in the world that economic prosperitycannot help solve. Yet the engines of that prosperity are under fierceattack. The forces that seek power over others have gained the upperhand against those that seek freedom. By harming wealth creation,they cause even more strain on society. Historically, this is nothingnew. State domination over its subjects has roots that connect statism,totalitarianism, communism, and socialism to more modern-day variantsof liberalism and progressivism. It is a constant fight and we mustwin.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Freedom Forum, 2020
Economic prosperity cannot solve all problems; those who seek power undermine wealth creation, harming society.
In simple terms: Prosperity alone can't fix everything; power‑hungry forces damage wealth creation.
Protect wealth‑creating institutions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- activism
- education
- community organizing
- business strategy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance wealth creation with equitable power distribution?
- What safeguards prevent power abuse?
Power‑seeking groups may also generate innovation and jobs.