Cheap Quote by Coretta Scott King
“It is plain that we don't care about our poor people except to exploit them as cheap labor and victimize them through excessive rents and consumer prices.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Civil Rights Advocacy, 1970s
The quote condemns societal neglect of the poor, highlighting exploitation via low wages and high costs of living.
In simple terms: Society exploits the poor through low wages and high prices.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address systemic economic injustice.
Themes
poverty
exploitation
economic inequality
social justice
labor rights
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
activist
political
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- union organizing
- consumer activism
- affordable housing
- fair wage campaigns
Key Concepts
capitalism
structural inequality
rent seeking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can individuals influence economic policy?
A Different Perspective
Does focusing solely on exploitation overlook other systemic factors?
