It's not enough to tackle just the symptoms of poverty. You have to tackle the causes of poverty.
George OsborneRead
Just as we should never balance the budget on the backs of the poor, so it is an economic delusion to think you can balance it only on the wallets of the rich.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Economic policies should be fair to both the poor and the rich, as reliance on one group will lead to imbalance and delusion.
George Osborne highlights the importance of a balanced economic approach that does not unfairly burden the poor while simultaneously relying solely on the wealthy for funding. True economic stability requires contributions and considerations from all segments of society to ensure fairness and sustainability.
Themes
EconomicsBalanceWealthEqualityPolicy
In practice
Example use cases
During a debate about tax reforms, this quote can emphasize the need for equitable policies that consider all socioeconomic classes.
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