Don't you think that's the way to persuade more companies to come to this region and get more jobs-because I want them-for the people who are unemployed. Not always standing there as moaning minnies. Now stop it!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Thatcher urges unemployed people to stop complaining and support job creation initiatives.
- In plain terms
- Stop complaining and support companies creating jobs.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on solutions rather than complaints.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the best way to find jobs?
- How should society support the unemployed?
Another view
It ignores structural barriers to employment.
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