I want to see us build a country that is at ease with itself, a country that is confident and a country that is able and willing to build a better quality of life for all its citizens.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker outlines a vision for a confident nation that improves life quality for all citizens through internal harmony.
- In plain terms
- We want a confident country that makes life better for everyone.
- What can you take from it?
- National confidence should lead to improved quality of life for citizens.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a country confident?
- How do you measure quality of life?
Another view
The goal is broad and lacks specific actionable steps.
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