Capitalism Quote by C. L. R. James
“Capitalism has socialized production. It has brought thousands of people together in the factory and involved them in new social relationships.”
About This Quote
Source Book: World Revolution, 1937
Capitalism turned production into a social activity, uniting workers in factories and creating new relationships.
In simple terms: Capitalism socialized production.
Consider collective impact of work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace dynamics
- union organizing
- policy design
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does factory work reshape social ties?
- What alternatives exist?
May overlook exploitation within those relationships.