John Kerry believes in an America where hard work is rewarded.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- John Kerry supports an America where effort leads to reward.
- In plain terms
- Kerry believes hard work should pay off in America.
- What can you take from it?
- Political support for meritocracy emphasizes rewarding effort.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does hard work always get rewarded?
- What defines hard work?
Another view
It does not address structural barriers to hard work paying off.
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