Quote by Joseph Stiglitz
Economists often like startling theorems, results which seem to ru

Economists often like startling theorems, results which seem to run counter to conventional wisdom. – Joseph Stiglitz

Other quotes by Joseph Stiglitz

I grew up in a family in which political issues were often discussed, and debated intensely. – Joseph Stiglitz

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Family
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Macroeconomic policy can never be devoid of politics: it involves fundamental trade-offs and affects different groups differently. – Joseph Stiglitz

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Politics
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My teachers helped guide and motivate me but the responsibility of learning was left with me, an approach to learning which was later reinforced by my experiences at Amherst. – Joseph Stiglitz

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Though sages may pour out their wisdoms treasure, there is no sterner moralist than pleasure. – Lord Byron

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Wisdom is humble that he knows no more. – William Cowper

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Earthly wisdom is doing what comes naturally. Godly wisdom is doing what the Holy Spirit compels us to do. – Charles Stanley

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Wisdom consists of the anticipation of consequences. – Norman Cousins

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After completing a Delaware State education, they were afforded opportunities beyond anything they might have imagined – and they opened doors for themselves that surely would have remained closed if they only had a high school education. – Michael N. Castle

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