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“Whenever people go out of their way to help other people - there's power and beauty in our diversity.”

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Michael Franti, born on April 21, 1966, is an American poet, musician, and social activist. His poetry and music are known for their positive messages, advocacy for social justice, and equality, resonating with a wide audience. more

“Wall Street banks have used the same tactic that Bush used in the war on terror - fear - and they've basically said that if you don't do what we tell you, the sky will fall. If you don't do what we tell you, it will be the end of capitalism as we know it. The failure of Lehman Brothers lent some credence to those fears.”

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Author:Joseph Stiglitz

“Temporary nationalization of the banks that are in very bad shape would mean basically that the government is the temporary owner. I always believe that the government should focus on its comparative advantages, and banking is not one of them. It should, therefore, if it nationalizes banks, sell them back to the private sector.”

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Author:Joseph Stiglitz

“Health care is very different from other sectors of the economy in several respects, one of which is the fact that the risk can be very high beyond people's ability. That leads to insurance.”

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Author:Joseph Stiglitz

“There is a growing consensus that the European systems have worked better than the American: They have been able to deliver better health care to more people at lower cost.”

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Author:Joseph Stiglitz

“I think that for the developing world there are many versions of capitalism, and countries have to choose one that's appropriate.”

Thinking World Country Capitalism Versions Developing Appropriate

Author:Joseph Stiglitz

“Unfettered market American-style capitalism doesn't work. Developing countries can't afford that kind of luxury. They just can't afford it. Period. If there's a mistake, they can't afford to put out $2 trillion.”

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Author:Joseph Stiglitz

“If the President asked you to help, I don't think anybody could refuse, unless one felt that one couldn't be effective.”

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Author:Joseph Stiglitz

“One has to always ask the question: Where can one be most effective in helping shape policies? It is always difficult when you're inside because you're very constrained.”

Helping Asks Difficult Policy Shapes

Author:Joseph Stiglitz

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