Quotes about Economic Growth

Here's the problem if you keep raising tax rates: You slow down economic growth. Votes: 4

Technological innovation is indeed important to economic growth and the enhancement of human possibilities. Votes: 4

We learned that economic growth and environmental protection can and should go hand in hand. Votes: 4

Globalization and free trade do spur economic growth, and they lead to lower prices on many goods. Votes: 4

Unlimited economic growth has the marvelous quality of stilling discontent while maintaining privilege, a fact that has not gone unnoticed among liberal economists. Votes: 4

I took the initiative in moving forward a whole range of initiatives that have proven to be important to our country's economic growth, environmental protection, improvements in our educational system. Votes: 4

It's time to create an Economic Growth Code whose purpose is to fix and grow the economy, not redistribute massive amounts of wealth. Votes: 3

Reducing the tax burden is necessary to produce economic growth. Votes: 2

Government is not the generator of economic growth; working people are. Votes: 2

I think Republicans really need to be disciplined, to stay focused on sustained economic growth. Votes: 2

Globalization presumes sustained economic growth. Otherwise, the process loses its economic benefits and political support. Votes: 2

As sure as the spring will follow the winter, prosperity and economic growth will follow recession. Votes: 2

As sure as the spring will follow the winter, prosperity and economic growth will follow recession. Votes: 2

Exploration is the engine that drives innovation. Innovation drives economic growth. So let's all go exploring. Votes: 2

Entrepreneurs and their small enterprises are responsible for almost all the economic growth in the United States. Votes: 2

Economic growth and human development need to go hand in hand. Human values need to be advocated vigorously. Votes: 2

The bottom line is that the death tax is a tax on the economy because it slows economic growth. Votes: 2

Ever since economists revealed how much universities contribute to economic growth, politicians have paid close attention to higher education. Votes: 2

Economic growth and environmental protection are not at odds. They're opposite sides of the same coin if you're looking at longer-term prosperity. Votes: 2

It turns out that globalisation, while promising sameness through brand-name consumption, was fostering, through uneven economic growth, an intense feeling of difference. Votes: 2

The financial crisis should not become an excuse to raise taxes, which would only undermine the economic growth required to regain our strength. Votes: 2

Economic growth without social progress lets the great majority of the people remain in poverty, while a privileged few reap the benefits of rising abundance. Votes: 2

This Constitution does not reflect the thoughts, hopes and aspirations of ordinary people. It does nothing for jobs or economic growth and widens further still the democratic deficit. Votes: 2

The standard growth theory tells us that economic growth in per capita basis comes from mainly two sources: capital deepening and total factor productivity growth, or TFP growth. Votes: 2

Sustainable development is the pathway to the future we want for all. It offers a framework to generate economic growth, achieve social justice, exercise environmental stewardship and strengthen governance. Votes: 2

The reality is that zero defects in products plus zero pollution plus zero risk on the job is equivalent to maximum growth of government plus zero economic growth plus runaway inflation. Votes: 2

Economic growth may one day turn out to be a curse rather than a good, and under no conditions can it either lead into freedom or constitute a proof for its existence. Votes: 2

If we are going to carry on growing, and we will, because no country is going to forfeit its right to economic growth, we have to find a way of doing it sustainably. Votes: 2

Of course I know our economic growth can't match our population growth so of course I know we'll all get poorer until we get that number down - don't tell me, tell the other idiots! Votes: 2

A very Faustian choice is upon us: whether to accept our corrosive and risky behavior as the unavoidable price of population and economic growth, or to take stock of ourselves and search for a new environmental ethic. Votes: 2

If you ask an economist what's driven economic growth, it's been major advances in things that mattered - the mechanization of farming, mass manufacturing, things like that. The problem is, our society is not organized around doing that. Votes: 2

I really think that elected officials should be focused on how you create sustained economic growth, how do you create jobs and all of these issues that made people - segments of our society believe are really important are diversions politically. Votes: 2

If we make the tough decisions now, we will be one year ahead of 80 percent of the states in the race to economic growth. If we fail to act, we will fall even further behind... by going first, we can become first. Votes: 2

Ever since the Industrial Revolution, investments in science and technology have proved to be reliable engines of economic growth. If homegrown interest in those fields is not regenerated soon, the comfortable lifestyle to which Americans have become accustomed will draw to a rapid close. Votes: 2

Saving our planet, lifting people out of poverty, advancing economic growth... these are one and the same fight. We must connect the dots between climate change, water scarcity, energy shortages, global health, food security and women's empowerment. Solutions to one problem must be solutions for all. Votes: 2

In his first year in office, President Obama pulled us back from the brink of the greatest economic crisis since the Great Depression and worked to lay a new foundation for economic growth. The president identified three key strategies to build that lasting prosperity: innovation, investment, and education. Votes: 2

Countries with higher levels of gender equality have higher economic growth. Companies with more women on their boards have higher returns. Peace agreements that include women are more successful. Parliaments with more women take up a wider range of issues - including health, education, anti-discrimination, and child support. Votes: 2

In a clean break from the Obama years, and frankly from the years before this president, we will keep federal spending at 20 percent of GDP, or less. That is enough. The choice is whether to put hard limits on economic growth, or hard limits on the size of government, and we choose to limit government. Votes: 2

We've seen over time that countries that have the best economic growth are those that have good governance, and good governance comes from freedom of communication. It comes from ending corruption. It comes from a populace that can go online and say, 'This politician is corrupt, this administrator, or this public official is corrupt.' Votes: 2

You campaigned against rich people and you got enough envy whipped up in the country and you're gonna get 'em. You're gonna stick it to those rich people. But guess what? You may not get anymore revenue. You may not get anymore economic growth. But you can say, 'I stuck it to the rich people.' Votes: 2

Watch the walls come down, whether it's in the South or on Wall Street. When the walls come down, what do we find? More markets, more talent, more capital and growth. Which means that the race and sex discrimination stunt economic growth. It's not good for capitalism. It's not good for America's growth. And it's not morally right. Votes: 2

If you have a private firm and you spend a ton of money to pay employees, but what you produce is a flop, there will be no value to GDP. But government spending all gets counted as contributing to economic growth. That's why in the early days of creating these measurements, some people didn't want to count government spending. Votes: 2

But only 'rich' people by definition have the 'extra' money to buy things and invest to create economic growth. Do we really want to tax that 'extra' money away - and give it to the government to spend? Does that make any economic sense outside of politics and our emotional desire to make everyone suffer equally through these tough times? Votes: 2

One cannot have economic growth without security. Votes: 0

My definition of economic development is economic growth. Votes: 0

Economic growth is not only unncessary, but ruinous. Votes: 0

Oil is a very important component of economic growth. Votes: 0

For most Americans, economic growth is a spectator sport. Votes: 0

If we boost productivity, we can improve economic growth. Votes: 0

Economic growth doesn't mean anything if it leaves people out. Votes: 0

Decreasing economic growth and increasing inequality leads to increased uncertainty. Votes: 0

Economic growth is the most important initiative every governor faces. Votes: 0

Austerity policy without currency devaluation can only hamper economic growth. Votes: 0

Raising the minimum wage isn't just pro-worker; it's pro-economic growth. Votes: 0

Economic growth which strips out the planet's ecosystems is not sustainable Votes: 0

There is a possibility of economic growth through honesty and truth. Votes: 0

Economic growth without investment in human development is unsustainable - and unethical Votes: 0

Progress is not striving for economic justice or fairness, but economic growth. Votes: 0

Economic growth won't feed a growing population living on this finite planet Votes: 0

will stifle economic growth, destroy jobs, reduce revenues, and increase the deficit. Votes: 0

We want manufacturing to return to America. We want jobs. Economic growth. Votes: 0

I really want to focus on economic growth and growing the economy. Votes: 0

Budget consolidation and economic growth are two sides of the same coin. Votes: 0

We have seen economic growth. But we have not seen earnings growth. Votes: 0

Economic growth as we have known it is over and done with. Votes: 0

The best way to deal with the deficit is through economic growth. Votes: 0

Gains in corporate profits depend in large part on accelerating global economic growth. Votes: 0

The profit motive promotes economic growth by creating better products at cheaper prices. Votes: 0

We cannot choose between [economic] growth and sustainability - we must have both Votes: 0

The economic illusion is the belief that social justice is bad for economic growth. Votes: 0

Immigration is not just compatible with but is a necessary component of economic growth. Votes: 0

It's a European Union of economic failure, of mass unemployment and of low growth. Votes: 0

Banks should contribute to the real economy, make a positive contribution to economic growth. Votes: 0

All taxes are a drag on economic growth. It's only a question of degree. Votes: 0

Continuing economic growth requires both recruitment of new companies and expansion of existing businesses. Votes: 0

In terms of economic growth, PIMCO originated the famous phrase the 'new normal.' Votes: 0

When gross public debt exceeds 90 percent of GDP, economic growth tends to decline considerably. Votes: 0

We have in-depth knowledge about Chinese industries. We know what's driving the country's economic growth. Votes: 0

Infrastructure investment can boost economic growth and employment, and, in fact, it is fiscally neutral. Votes: 0

Mobile is the perfect example of what is enabling economic growth in the technology sector. Votes: 0

... the best way to help the poor is to promote economic growth and job creation Votes: 0

Our platform emphasizes that a vibrant, free and fair market is essential to economic growth. Votes: 0

I can't understand why the Democratic parties seem so hostile to economic growth and business. Votes: 0

Globalization presumes sustained economic growth. Otherwise, the process loses its economic benefits and political support Votes: 0

Increased spending, growing government debt and overreaching regulations are stifling job creation and economic growth. Votes: 0

Innovations that drive lasting economic growth emerge from the most advanced science, mathematics and technology. Votes: 0

It's not enough to have economic growth. You have to distribute wealth throughout all of society. Votes: 0

Energy is necessary for economic growth, for a better quality of life, and for human progress. Votes: 0

If environmental protection efforts continue to lag behind economic growth, pollution will become even more rampant. Votes: 0

There is more potential for economic growth in rural America than at any time in decades. Votes: 0

The problem right now is jobs. The problem right now is the economy and economic growth. Votes: 0

Nature is not a drag on growth. Its protection is an unavoidable prerequisite for sustaining economic development Votes: 0

Obama's presidency hasn't been dedicated to achieving economic growth in the short term, or about creating jobs. Votes: 0

There's something about Marxism that brings out warts; the only kind of growth this economic system encourages. Votes: 0

Taking measures to ensure stability could assure the long-term economic growth and welfare at a global level Votes: 0

Once government's objectives were economic growth and social cohesion. Now they are prosperity, fairness and environmental care Votes: 0

Every society clings to a myth by which it lives. Ours is the myth of economic growth. Votes: 0

Business as usual is dead. Green growth is the answer to both our climate and economic problems Votes: 0

The world has also learned that economic growth, by itself, cannot close the gap between rich and poor. Votes: 0

You can't fuel real economic growth with indiscriminate credit. You can only fuel it with well-allocated, long-term investment. Votes: 0

Growth is widely thought to be the panacea for all the major economic ills of the modern world. Votes: 0

Growth is widely thought to be the panacea for all the major economic ills of the modern world. Votes: 0

The prevailing view is that the easy way to stimulate economic growth is to have a low currency. Votes: 0

The cost of infrastructure development to host a mega-event can be offset against economic growth over future decades. Votes: 0

Does inequality in the distribution of income increase or decrease in the course of a country's economic growth? Votes: 0

We have to find climate-friendly ways of encouraging economic growth. The good news is we think they exist Votes: 0

Promoting job creation and economic growth in the Hudson Valley is one of my top priorities in Congress. Votes: 0

What is most important for Europe is economic growth and jobs, security at home and safety in the world. Votes: 0

Our system - of debt-fueled economic growth, of ineffective democracy, of overloading planet Earth - is eating itself alive. Votes: 0

The most staggering linguistic turnabout for me is the one that equates green economy with 'sustained economic growth.' Votes: 0

By adopting the control strategy, the nation's environmental program has created a built-in antagonism between environmental quality and economic growth. Votes: 0

My dream is for Malawi to be poverty-free, and I intend to eradicate poverty through economic growth and wealth creation. Votes: 0

We see entrepreneurship and small businesses and supply chains as a critical part of the economic growth and competitiveness agenda. Votes: 0

It doesn't matter if it's a Republican or a Democrat. If you do the right policies, you get economic growth. Votes: 0

Majority of the African countries are now enjoying stable governance. Before you talk about economic growth, political stability is key. Votes: 0

Instead of marginalizing women, Congress must get to work on policies that can foster job creation and fuel economic growth. Votes: 0

Haitian diplomacy will be oriented toward the influx of foreign capital, direct investments that create jobs and stimulate economic growth. Votes: 0

Saving our planet, lifting people out of poverty, advancing economic growth – these are one and the same fight. Votes: 0

Strong economic growth, and especially a significant increase in private sector investment, is the only sustainable path forward for Rwanda. Votes: 0

The 1950s and 1960s had been a period of enormous growth, the highest in American history, maybe in economic history. Votes: 0

Inflation is not only unnecessary for economic growth. As long as it exists it is the enemy of economic growth. Votes: 0

The income tax is flawed for a number of reasons - it discourages economic growth and encourages a bloated government. Votes: 0

I want to work with non-profits that stimulate growth to the community. Whether it is economic growth, intellectual, or freedom. Votes: 0

Research suggests that large divisions of income and wealth weaken demand and generate economic imbalances that create instability and undermine growth. Votes: 0

Energy is the golden thread that connects economic growth, increased social equity, and an environment that allows the world to thrive. Votes: 0

Besides being a prime cause of poor economic growth, poor governance breeds corruption, which cripples investment, wastes resources, and diminishes confidence. Votes: 0

It is precisely through falling prices that the fruits of increased productivity and economic growth are spread throughout the market economy. Votes: 0

The societies of consumption and squandering of material resources are incompatible with the idea of economic growth and a clean planet. Votes: 0

What we call 'economic growth' is in fact a growth in waste and a decline in the health of natural habitat Votes: 0

I see four principles as laying the foundations for the kind of economic recovery Europe needs: fairness, efficiency, solidarity and growth. Votes: 0

I will be the government of increasing economic growth and creating jobs. Take it from me that that's the main issue. Votes: 0

Most of the policies that support robust economic growth in the long run are outside the province of the central bank. Votes: 0

It is our generation's task, then, to reignite the true engine of America's economic growth - a rising, thriving middle class. Votes: 0

A stronger middle class is not the consequence of economic growth. A stronger middle class is the cause of economic growth. Votes: 0

Having your fiscal house in order and having a more manageable macro-economic future is going to be very useful in creating growth. Votes: 0

Our vision is not just of economic growth, but also of a growth which would improve the life of the common man, Votes: 0

As a businessman, I know President Obama understands what it takes to spark economic growth, because I have seen him in action. Votes: 0

The ideal situation for any state is to experience sharp economic growth while its rivals' economies grow slowly or hardly at all. Votes: 0

The promoters of the global economy...see nothing odd or difficult about unlimited economic growth or unlimited consumption in a limited world. Votes: 0

I'm not afraid of a world with less consumerism, less 'stuff' and no economic growth. I'm far more frightened of the opposite Votes: 0

Education is the most powerful tool countries have for boosting economic growth, increasing prosperity, and forging more just, peaceful and equitable societies. Votes: 0

We won't get any growth in Greece by just imposing cuts. What I would prefer is a special economic zone for Greece. Votes: 0

The little jihad is over, and now we have the bigger jihad - the bigger battle is achieving security and economic growth Votes: 0

Through pro-growth policies, by abolishing Obamacare and eliminating other Obama-imposed impediments to economic growth, we will get our economy back on track. Votes: 0

Tax cuts continue to benefit families, seniors, and small business owners, as evidenced by unparalleled economic growth in Nevada and across the country. Votes: 0

I want Canada to be the country that is the best in the world at combining economic growth, social justice and environmental sustainability... Votes: 0

We cannot afford the EPA's continued expansion of red tape that is slowing economic growth and threatening to entangle millions of small businesses. Votes: 0

What I know is that if you put the right policies in place that will lead to economic growth, society will be better. Votes: 0

There is no great force for change, for peace, for justice and democracy, for inclusive economic growth than a world of empowered women. Votes: 0

Listen, I wish economic growth only went in one direction. It doesn't. There are economic downturns. They're painful, they're harmful, and they hurt families. Votes: 0

For America's economic future to remain prosperous, we must encourage pro-growth policies so that we continue to be the leader in innovation and entrepreneurship. Votes: 0

The increased global linkages promote economic growth in the world through two key mechanisms: the division of labor and the international spillovers of knowledge. Votes: 0

I'm fundamentally not interested in the Fortune 500 companies - in US, Mexico, anywhere. The real backbones of economic growth are small and medium businesses. Votes: 0

The biggest - one of the biggest barriers to driving economic growth is the capital gains tax rate. I propose taking it to zero. Votes: 0

We agreed that our economic and financial teams will remain in close contact as we stay focused on ensuring economic growth and financial stability. Votes: 0

Real progress cannot be measured by money alone. We must ensure that economic growth contributes to our quality of life, rather than degrading it Votes: 0

We need peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. It is important to have political and security stability to build up our economic growth. Votes: 0

Getting the UK 'Climate Ready' has the potential to support economic growth for this country which should be a priority for all of us Votes: 0

Obama's explanation for the slowdown in economic growth is that the public sector is hurting, and that's where Washington must step in and act. Votes: 0

We won't get economic growth if we don't look after our mothers and the potential of the next generation. They need to be prioritised. Votes: 0

The very fact that we find it hard to conceive of an alternative to limitless economic growth is an indication of our spiritual condition. Votes: 0

It was absolutely critical to renew the Bush tax cuts. Letting them expire would result in a massive tax increase that would retard economic growth. Votes: 0

I wish someone would give me one shred of neutral evidence that financial innovation has led to economic growth — one shred of evidence. Votes: 0

Indeed, I find it illuminating to consider to what extent our "classical conditions" for economic growth are satisfied in the current, monopolistic phase of capitalism. Votes: 0

Much of what we consider the American way of life is rooted in the period of remarkably broad, shared economic growth, from around 1900 to about 1978. Votes: 0

In order to achieve optimal economic growth, Congress must adhere to sane spending guidelines while promoting smart policies devoted to growing businesses and creating jobs. Votes: 0

Investing capital in the free market creates innovation, businesses, jobs and economic growth. Investing capital in the government creates more bureaucracy, more paperwork and inefficiency. Votes: 0

What you have to do is to look at what's going to keep our economic growth going, what's going to make sure jobs are being created. Votes: 0

If China don't free up the political side, its economic growth will come to an end - while it is still at a very low level. Votes: 0

The future of Japan's economic growth depends on us having the willpower and the courage to sail without hesitation onto the rough seas of global competition. Votes: 0

In this time of budget cuts, we cannot forget that basic science is a building block for scientific innovation and economic growth in the information age. Votes: 0

Living in an orgy of unrestrained consumption and economic growth accompanied by population expansion that ignores the carrying capacity of local environments will lead to disaster Votes: 0

Including the value of natural resources and our social capital in national accounting is a vital step to achieve economic growth that is equitable and sustainable. Votes: 0

President Reagan, Jack Kemp and other advocates of supply-side economics understood that pro-growth tax, spending and economic policies were essential to America's long-term economic and fiscal health. Votes: 0

The gains made by better management and technology are still being outpaced by the environmental impacts of population and economic growth. We are on an unsustainable course. Votes: 0

Government-to-government aid rests on socialistic assumptions and promotes socialism and stagnation, whereas private foreign investment rest on capitalist assumptions and promotes private enterprise and maximum economic growth. Votes: 0

Our job as a government is to start with the great underpinnings of our current economic growth - particularly defence and mining - and build on these. Votes: 0

I do not believe you can have infinite population or economic growth in a finite world. We are living on the shoulders of some awesome geometric curves. Votes: 0

The Republican promise is for policies that create economic growth. Republicans believe lower taxes, less regulation, balanced budgets, a solvent Social Security and Medicare will stimulate economic growth. Votes: 0

Productivity and the growth of productivity must be the first economic consideration at all times, not the last. That is the source of technological innovation, jobs, and wealth. Votes: 0

Raising the traditional and early retirement ages will mean extending workers' taxable earning years, fueling economic growth and putting a dent in our unfunded-liabilities crisis by delaying payouts. Votes: 0

I want to make it clear,if there is ever a conflict (between environmental quality and economic growth), I will go for beauty, clean air, water, and landscape. Votes: 0

I can't imagine an argument that says that raising marginal tax rates on high income people, many of whom are business owners, is a recipe for economic growth. Votes: 0

The U.S. and China need to take steps - mostly individually, sometimes together - that will have the mutually beneficial effect of supporting and sustaining economic growth. Votes: 0

A different world can be created or re-created-but not until we stop enshrining the economic values of invisible labor, infinite and obsessive growth, and a slow environmental suicide. Votes: 0

In short, both experience and economic theory imply that the US could now t to a more competitive dollar without experiencing either increased inflation or decreased economic growth. Votes: 0

Low unemployment numbers are clear indicators that Republican tax relief and economic policies are spurring growth and helping businesses hire new workers while providing American families with job security. Votes: 0

Well-functioning financial systems are important in achieving sustained economic growth. They play a crucial role in channeling household savings into the corporate sector and allocating investment funds among firms. Votes: 0

We must build an agenda for speedy yet sustainable economic growth that is inclusive of all, is respectful of individuals, responsive to innovation and responsible towards the future generations. Votes: 0

I would argue that Asean has been instrumental in driving both economic growth and political development, and that there can be no clearer example than its relations with Myanmar. Votes: 0

In order to spur economic growth we need to put the brakes on out of control spending, lower Ohioans tax burden and create a most efficient and effective government. Votes: 0

The link between peace and stability on the one hand, and social and economic growth on the other, is dialectic. Peace, poverty, and backwardness cannot mix in one region. Votes: 0

We need a positive economic agenda that invests in the innovation and growth that will create jobs for middle class families and ensure that America remains the world leader. Votes: 0

In order to spur economic growth we need to put the brakes on out of control spending, lower Ohioans tax burden and create a most efficient and effective government. Votes: 0

We shall take whatever action is necessary to contain the growth of the money supply. The government, unlike so many of its predecessors, will face up to economic realities. Votes: 0

States with high and rising tax burdens are more likely to suffer economic decline; those with low and falling tax burdens are more likely to enjoy strong economic growth. Votes: 0

An economic policy which does not consider the well-being of all will not serve the purposes of peace and the growth of well-being among the people of all nations. Votes: 0

We use American influence with Israel not to promote economic growth in the West Bank, but to try and impede Jewish - never Arab - construction in the capital city. Votes: 0

All the forms of double taxation in the current system are punitive and self-destructive because they are literally destroying people's incentive to provide that seed corn for future economic growth. Votes: 0

The tax rate increases reduce economic growth; they shrink the pie; they cause more poverty, more despair, more unemployment, which are all things government is trying to alleviate with spending. Votes: 0

Eliminating the Death Tax will continue to restore consumer confidence, spur capital investment, and create new jobs which are critical components of economic growth, particularly within the small business community. Votes: 0

Booming cities, and the provinces and states in which they are located, are driving forces in economic growth today. Consequently, they constitute the new frontier in America's international economic policy. Votes: 0

How do you measure whether or not a strategy of economic growth that is articulated by a very smart, capable economist actually yields growth? You can't. But you can influence. Votes: 0

If we have an honest discussion on whether the war on poverty should be fought with welfare or with economic growth in the private sector, Democrats will lose black votes. Votes: 0

The stimulus is our bridge over troubled waters. And if it's invested well, it'll generate a lot of economic growth, and we'll get quite a bit of the revenues back. Votes: 0

In short, it's a great economy if you're a high-level corporate executive or someone who owns a lot of stock. For most other Americans, economic growth is a spectator sport. Votes: 0

The American people want jobs and economic growth. Congress is doing nothing to provide that. The American people want their constitutional liberties protected. Congress is doing nothing to provide that. Votes: 0

Our relationship with the European Union, which has done so much to promote stability, stimulate economic growth, and foster the spread of democratic values and ideals across the continent and beyond. Votes: 0

Unfortunately, the current pace of progress is not nearly rapid enough, with many rich industrialised countries being slow to make the transition to cleaner and more efficient forms of economic growth. Votes: 0

There's no question that California, in the last three or four years, has been privileged to add disproportionately to the economic growth of America, and to contribute to its technological productivity. Votes: 0

Indebted countries can only grow out of their debt troubles through strong economic growth; austerity measures alone cannot work. It is imperative to engage in deep structural reform to spur growth. Votes: 0

As America's head coach, President Obama needs to make some big and smart adjustments to jump-start economic growth and business investment, stimulate job creation, and get wages up for ordinary Americans. Votes: 0

As America's head coach, President Obama needs to make some big and smart adjustments to jump-start economic growth and business investment, stimulate job creation, and get wages up for ordinary Americans. Votes: 0

If we only have great companies, we will merely have a prosperous society, not a great one. Economic growth and power are the means, not the definition, of a great nation. Votes: 0

It is clear that a temporary increase in the cap is needed to ensure high-tech companies can hire the specialized personnel they need to continue to help fuel California's economic growth. Votes: 0

Our Government's top priority remains jobs and economic growth. Today's announcement demonstrates our commitment to ensuring the continued success of western Canadian businesses and entrepreneurs in the apparel and textile sector. Votes: 0

Disruption to the flow of oil through the Straits of Hormuz would threaten regional and global economic growth. Any attempt by Iran to close the Straits would be illegal and unsuccessful. Votes: 0

Americans are better off in a dynamic, free-enterprise-based economy that fosters economic growth, opportunity and upward mobility instead of a stagnant, government-directed economy that stifles job creation and fosters government dependency. Votes: 0

Fighting climate change isn't just an obligation we owe to future generations. It's also an opportunity to improve public health - and drive economic growth - in the here and now. Votes: 0

The Kyoto Protocol is a death pact, however strange it may sound, because its main aim is to strangle economic growth and economic activity in countries that accept the protocol's requirements. Votes: 0

The way to healthy living is to shift from quantitative economic growth to quality of life, food, water and air - to shift from craving to contentment and from greed to gratitude Votes: 0

Economic growth creates jobs, and countries grow when they educate their people and pursue policies that encourage households to save, existing businesses to invest, and entrepreneurs to innovate and create new markets. Votes: 0

Our Government is pleased to invest in increasing export market access for the western Canadian lamb industry. By further strengthening this industry, we are helping producers create economic growth and long-term prosperity. Votes: 0

When you're in an economic downturn, what you want is to create jobs and economic growth. And the recipe isn't Republican or Democrat. It's low taxes, low spending, less regulation, free trade. Votes: 0

Education is the most powerful tool countries have for boosting economic growth, increasing prosperity and forging more just, peaceful and equitable societies. Where educational deprivation exists, it breeds conflict and enables repression. Votes: 0

Fiscal decentralisation does not lead to higher economic growth because economic growth is much more driven by factors other than taxes and spending, e.g. increases in technological progress and improved human capital. Votes: 0

Our immigration policy should be driven by what is in the best interest of this great country and the American people. Comprehensive immigration reform will strengthen U.S. security and boost economic growth. Votes: 0

The staff at the Institute will present an analysis on how asset price fluctuations and subsequent structural adjustments influence sustained economic growth, based on Japan's experience since the second half of the 1980s. Votes: 0

Research and technology parks are an important part of the innovation infrastructure in Canada. Our Government's investment will increase the foreign profile of western Canadian companies, create new jobs, and stimulate economic growth. Votes: 0

The Congressional Budget Office is a reactionary socialist institution which does not believe in economic growth, does not believe in innovation, and does not believe in data that it has not internally generated. Votes: 0

Our economy continues to struggle with slow economic growth, high unemployment and stagnant wages. "Obama care's" raising costs. That's making it harder for small businesses to hire. In short, it's a train wreck. Votes: 0

It is the potential for economic growth that provides the basis for the development of countries, for bringing to people essential goods and services, such as water to drink and facilities for healthcare. Votes: 0

Our immigration policy should be driven by what is in the best interest of this great country and the American people. Comprehensive immigration reform will strengthen U.S. security and boost economic growth. Votes: 0

The secret to economic growth lay in the fact that that each generation attacked Nature not only with its own energies and resources, but with the heritage of equipment accumulated by its forebears. Votes: 0

We need economic growth in Europe and we need to find a solution for the excessive interest rates that are making it difficult for many countries to get their own debt under control. Votes: 0

Every tax cut I call for is targeted, it's responsible and it is paid for within my balanced budget plan. My tax cuts will not undermine our economy. They will speed economic growth. Votes: 0

Climate change might be disastrous, but does that mean we want carbon taxes that raise the price of a gallon of heating oil to $10? And how exactly will those taxes affect economic growth? Votes: 0

If the Federal Reserve pursues a strong dollar at home while the dollar becomes more competitive in global markets, we can achieve both price stability and a more balanced path of economic growth. Votes: 0

You can see signs of a roaring economy. You can sense economic growth. You know it's happening. You're part of it. It is affecting you. Seventy-five percent of Americans think the government is corrupt. Votes: 0

To finance deficits, the government must sell bonds to investors, competing for capital that could otherwise be used to invest in stocks or corporate bonds. Government borrowings raise long-term interest rates, stifling economic growth. Votes: 0

You can see signs of a roaring economy. You can sense economic growth. You know it's happening. You're part of it. It is affecting you. Seventy-five percent of Americans think the government is corrupt. Votes: 0

There are a few things that people all around the world need to admit to themselves. Trade restraints slow economic growth, the euro is not a reserve currency, and scoreless sports ties are boring. Votes: 0

The centerpiece of Obamanomics - raising taxes on high earners and investors and lowering them on the middle class - is attacked by free-marketers for penalizing economic success and possibly further stalling economic growth. Votes: 0

Is there enough to go around? What is enough? Who can tell us? Certainly not the economist who pursues economic growth as the highest of all values, and therefore has no concept of enough. Votes: 0

The goal of long-run economic growth without asset price bubbles is not only achievable, but is something we should expect if we put a sound regulatory framework in place and if policymakers remain vigilant. Votes: 0

Climate change is the world's greatest environmental challenge. It is now plain that the emission of greenhouse gases, associated with industrialization and economic growth...is causing global warming at a rate that is unsustainable. Votes: 0

Mass application of technological innovations, which constitutes much of the distinctive substance of modern economic growth, is closely connected with the further progress of science, in its turn the basis for additional advance in technology. Votes: 0

Advances in technology will continue to reach far into every sector of our economy. Future job and economic growth in industry, defense, transportation, agriculture, health care, and life sciences is directly related to scientific advancement. Votes: 0

The average well-being of our societies is not dependent any longer on national income and economic growth. ... But the differences between us and where we are in relation to each other now matter very much. Votes: 0

An imposing wall prominently divides the visions of President Obama and congressional Republicans when it comes to economic growth and creating jobs. Solyndra is on one side and the Keystone pipeline is on the other. Votes: 0

The basic idea was that if a country would put its economy as an integrated piece of the world system, that it would benefit from that with economic growth. I concur with that basic view. Votes: 0

Every time we've cut the capital gains tax, the economy has grown. Whenever we raise the capital gains tax, it's been damaged. It's one of those taxes that most clearly damages economic growth and jobs. Votes: 0

The problem with a purely collective system is not only that it requires economic growth, and the right sort of demographic trends, but that it prevents people thinking about their futures in a responsible way. Votes: 0

Most high governmental officials who speak of education policy seem to conceive of education in this light - as a way to ensure economic competitiveness and continued economic growth. I strongly disagree with this approach. Votes: 0

Non-inflationary economic growth - an increase in the production of goods and services - is structurally necessary for the current money system to exist. That is what drives the relentless conversion of life into money. Votes: 0

Electricity is an example of a general purpose technology, like the steam engine before it. General purpose technologies drive most economic growth, because they unleash cascades of complementary innovations, like lightbulbs and, yes, factory redesign. Votes: 0