President of US Chamber of Commerce Eric Johnson speaks at NAM, CIO, AFL gathering in Washington

The transcript discusses the mental and emotional fatigue experienced post-war, highlighting the natural tendency to magnify minor issues into major crises. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining a sense of proportion to avoid unnecessary conflicts and suggests that tolerance, goodwill, and understanding are key to resolving problems. The speaker reassures that while alarm is unwarranted, a balanced approach is essential.

What is one of the psychological impacts mentioned as a result of the war?

• Improved temper

• Frayed nerves

• Heightened sense of calm

• Increased patience

According to the speaker, what is a natural reaction to post-war conditions?

• Becoming more tolerant

• Ignoring minor issues

• Resolving all conflicts peacefully

• Magnifying minor quarrels into major crises

What does the speaker suggest is crucial for resolving conflicts?

• Being stubborn

• Ignoring the facts

• Avoiding all discussions

• A sense of proportion

What qualities does the speaker believe are essential to bring to a problem?

• Aggression and determination

• Tolerance, goodwill, and understanding

• Indifference and apathy

• Fear and panic

What does the speaker say there is even less excuse for?

• Complete indifference

• Paralyzing alarm

• Excessive joy

• Unwarranted panic