Robert Reich Quotes & Sayings (Page 3)

“Patagonia, a large apparel manufacturer based in Ventura, California, has organized itself as a 'B-corporation.' That's a for-profit company whose articles of incorporation require it to take into account the interests of workers, the community, and the environment, as well as shareholders.”

“Sugary drinks are blamed for increasing the rates of chronic disease and obesity in America. Yet efforts to reduce their consumption through taxes or other measures have gone nowhere. The beverage industry has spent millions defeating them.”

“Technology is changing so fast that knowledge about specifics can quickly become obsolete. That's why so much of what technicians learn is on the job.”

“The only way to grow the economy in a way that benefits the bottom 90 percent is to change the structure of the economy. At the least, this requires stronger unions and a higher minimum wage.”

“Liberals are concerned about the concentration of wealth because it almost inevitably leads to a concentration of power that undermines democracy.”

“America is one of few advanced nations that allow direct advertising of prescription drugs.”

“You can't inspire people if you are going to be uninspiring.”

“Standing up to bullies is the hallmark of a civilized society.”

“There will always be a business cycle, and white-collar workers will get hit in the next recession like they always do in recessions.”

“You can't create a political movement out of pabulum.”