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Above and beyond the question of how to grow the economy there is a legitimate concern about how to grow the quality of
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"Above and beyond the question of how to grow the economy there is a legitimate concern about how to grow the quality of our lives"

- Paul Wellstone

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This quote by Paul Wellstone talks to the significance of looking beyond financial growth and focusing on the quality of our lives. He is suggesting that economic growth is very important, however it ought to not be the only focus. We should likewise be taking a look at how to enhance the quality of our lives. This could include things like improving access to health care, education, and other services that can help individuals lead much better lives. It could likewise include things like improving the environment, producing more job opportunities, and lowering poverty. Ultimately, Wellstone is recommending that financial growth should not be the only focus, which we need to also be taking a look at how to improve the quality of our lives.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Paul Wellstone between July 21, 1944 and October 25, 2002. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 36 other quotes.

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