Disputes Quote by Abraham Lincoln
“The world is agreed that labor is the source from which human wants are mainly supplied. There is no dispute upon this point.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the American Labor Congress, 1863
Labor is the fundamental source that satisfies human desires.
In simple terms: Work supplies what people need.
Recognize labor’s central role in society.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- community planning
- social welfare programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does modern technology change labor’s role?
- Can leisure replace labor in meeting needs?
Different cultures may value non‑material sources of fulfillment.