I cannot always sympathize with that demand which we hear…
“I cannot always sympathize with that demand which we hear so frequently for cheap things. Things may be too cheap. They are too cheap when the man or woman who produces them upon the farm or the man or woman who produces them in the factory does not get out of them living wages with a margin for old age and for a dowry for the incidents that are to follow. I pity the man who wants a coat so cheap that the man or woman who produces the cloth or shapes it into a garment will starve in the process.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The quote warns that demanding excessively cheap goods harms producers, leading to poor wages and insecurity.
In simple terms: Cheap goods hurt workers and society.
Key Takeaway
Support fair wages and ethical pricing.
Themes
economics
justice
labor
consumerism
ethics
Mood
concerned
serious
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- consumer choices
- business strategy
- activism
Key Concepts
fair trade
living wages
social responsibility
market dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance affordability with fair labor?
- What policies ensure ethical production?
A Different Perspective
Low prices can reflect hidden costs and exploitation.