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“In democratic countries as well as elsewhere most of the branches of productive industry are carried on at a small cost by men little removed by their wealth or education above the level of those whom they employ.” quote by Alexis de Tocqueville
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“In democratic countries as well as elsewhere most of the branches of productive industry are carried on at a small cost by men little removed by their wealth or education above the level of those whom they employ.”

Alexis de Tocqueville

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Industrial work is often performed cheaply by workers with limited wealth or education.

In simple terms: Low‑skill workers do cheap labor.

Key Takeaway

Advocate fair wages and education.

Themes

economics class labor

Mood

critical analytical

Type

political thought‑provoking

When to use this quote

  • policy reform
  • education programs
  • union organizing

Key Concepts

social stratification inequality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does education affect labor value?
  • What policies ensure fair compensation?
A Different Perspective

Economic efficiency can exploit workers.

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