Politics determines who has the power, not who has the truth.
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The raw fact is that every successful example of economic development this past century ... has taken place via globalization.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Globalization has been key to successful economic development in the last century.
Paul Krugman's quote emphasizes the significance of globalization as a crucial factor in the economic growth and development witnessed throughout the past century. It suggests that the interconnectedness of economies has propelled progress and prosperity, highlighting the importance of global trade and exchange in fostering successful economic outcomes.
Themes
GlobalizationEconomic DevelopmentProsperityTradeInterconnectedness
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion on international trade policies, one could use this quote to highlight the benefits of globalization.
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