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“We have entered an age of insecurity.”
Meaning: Modern life is marked by uncertainty in economics, politics, and identity. -
“You must always remember that the sociology, the history, the economics, the graphs, the charts, the regressions all land, with great violence, upon the body.”
Meaning: Coates emphasizes that abstract systems like politics and economics have real, often harsh, impacts on human lives. Policies and history are not just ideas—they shape lived experiences. -
“Economics is not a morality play.”
Meaning: Economic systems are complex and not purely about right or wrong. -
“Bad economics is the root of much evil.”
Meaning: Poor economic decisions can lead to serious problems. -
“Understanding economics is essential to understanding the modern world.”
Meaning: Economic systems shape society and daily life. -
“History shows that where ethics and economics come in conflict, victory is always with economics.”
Meaning: Economic interests often dominate decisions.