Quote by Jeffrey Sachs

We've taken the view that if the rest of the world would democratize and create market economies, that would spread the benefits of prosperity around the world, and that it would enhance our own prosperity, and our own stability and security, as well.

We've taken the view that if the rest of the world would dem

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This quote suggests that promoting democracy and market economies worldwide would lead to increased prosperity, stability, and security for both the United States and the rest of the world. The idea is that democratization and market-oriented systems facilitate the distribution of economic benefits, ultimately benefiting everyone involved. By advocating for global democratization and market economies, it is believed that the interconnectedness of nations will lead to shared benefits and strengthen the security and stability of individual countries.

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By Jeffrey Sachs

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