In peace time, that is to say, the size of the cake depends… - John Maynard Keynes

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In peace time, that is to say, the size of the cake depends on the amount of work done. But in war time the size of the cake is fixed. If we work harder, we can fight better. But we must not consume more.

John Maynard Keynes

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John Maynard Keynes, 1st Baron Keynes of Tilton (5 June 1883 – 21 April 1946) was a British economist whose ideas, known as Keynesian economics, had a major impact on modern economic and political theory and on many governments' fiscal policies.

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Alternative Names: Lord Keynes • Baron Keynes of Tilton • John Maynard Keynes, 1st Baron Keynes • Keynes

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