The prosperity, and social vitality and technological progress of a people are directly determined by the extent of their liberty. Freedom honors and unleashes human creativity - and creativity determines the strength and wealth of nations. Liberty is both the plan of Heaven for humanity, and the best hope for progress here on Earth.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Bush links national prosperity and creativity directly to individual liberty, calling it a heavenly plan and best hope for progress.
- In plain terms
- Liberty drives creativity and wealth, making it essential for human progress.
- What can you take from it?
- Freedom unleashes human potential and drives national success.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does liberty guarantee prosperity?
- What enables human creativity?
Another view
The claim overlooks other factors influencing national wealth.
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