Quote by Fareed Zakaria
Americans have so far put up with inequality because they felt the

Americans have so far put up with inequality because they felt they could change their status. They didnt mind others being rich, as long as they had a path to move up as well. The American Dream is all about social mobility in a sense – the idea that anyone can make it. – Fareed Zakaria

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In a very weak economy, when you say cut government spending, what you mean is youre laying off school teachers and youre de-funding various programs that put money into the economy. This means you have more unemployed people that then draw unemployment benefits and dont pay taxes. – Fareed Zakaria

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

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Its not possible for two countries to be the leading dominant political power at the same time. – Fareed Zakaria

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