I grew up in a family in which political issues were often discussed, and debated intensely.
JOSEPH STIGLITZDevelopment is about transforming the lives of people, not just transforming economies.
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Multinational corporations must pay their fair share of taxes.
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When I said “the pocket of the banks,” it is not necessarily a mercenary relationship. It is a mindset.
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The only surprise about the economic crisis of 2008 was that it came as a surprise to so many.
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It is trust, more than money, that makes the world go round.
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But while I loved all of these courses, there was an irresistible attraction of economics.
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It’s easy to get rich by getting a state asset at a deep discount.
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Loose money and light regulation were a toxic mixture. It exploded.
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The more divided a society becomes in terms of wealth, the more reluctant the wealthy are to spend money on common needs.
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If the President asked you to help, I don’t think anybody could refuse, unless one felt that one couldn’t be effective.
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Poverty is what we call the extremes at the bottom.
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Society can’t function without shared prosperity.
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The facts shouldn’t get in the way of a pleasant fantasy.
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Amherst is a liberal arts college, committed to providing students with a broad education.
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Workers’ rights should be a central focus of development.
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GDP tells you nothing about sustainability.
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