Charity Quote by Clarence Jordan
“What the poor need is not charity but capital, not caseworkers but coworkers. And what the rich need is a wise, honorable and just way of divesting themselves of their overabundance.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Poor's Guide to Wealth", 1975
Economic empowerment needs capital and partnership, not mere charity; the wealthy must responsibly divest excess.
In simple terms: Give tools, not handouts; the rich should share responsibly.
Key Takeaway
Promote equitable investment and responsible wealth redistribution.
Themes
economics
social justice
wealth distribution
Mood
thoughtful
urgent
Type
social
economic
When to use this quote
- Policy making
- community development
- financial education
Key Concepts
Capital formation
ethical divestment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities build sustainable capital?
- What policies encourage responsible divestment?
A Different Perspective
Capital alone may not address systemic inequality.
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