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“The moment we face it frankly we are driven to the conclusion that the community has a right to put a price on the right to live in it” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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“The moment we face it frankly we are driven to the conclusion that the community has a right to put a price on the right to live in it”

George Bernard Shaw

About This Quote

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

Society should be allowed to set a price on living spaces, reflecting collective rights and responsibilities.

In simple terms: Society can price living space rights.

Key Takeaway

Consider community pricing for housing.

Themes

economics rights community

Mood

critical thought‑provoking

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • urban planning
  • public debates
  • policy making

Key Concepts

social contract housing policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is pricing fair for all?
  • What alternatives exist for housing rights?
A Different Perspective

Pricing may exclude vulnerable populations.

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