Agribusiness Quote by David James Duncan
“Our lack of community is intensely painful. A TV talk show is not community. A couple of hours in a church pew each Sabbath is not community. A multinational corporation is neither a human nor a community, and in the sweatshops, defiled agribusiness fields, genetic mutation labs, ecological dead zones, the inhumanity is showing. Without genuine spiritual community, life becomes a struggle so lonely and grim that even Hillary Clinton has admitted "it takes a village".”
About This Quote
The quote laments the erosion of authentic communal bonds, arguing that superficial institutions and corporate structures cannot replace deep, spiritual fellowship, leading to isolation and moral decay.
In simple terms: Loss of true community leads to loneliness and ethical decline.
Key Takeaway
Genuine community is essential for human well‑being.
Themes
Isolation
Spirituality
Social critique
Community building
Ethics
Mood
Melancholy
Reflective
Urgent
Type
Social commentary
Philosophical observation
When to use this quote
- Urban neighborhoods lacking social ties
- Workplace cultures dominated by profit
- Religious gatherings that feel perfunctory
- Online forums that replace face‑to‑face interaction
Key Concepts
Authentic connection
Institutional emptiness
Moral health
Practical Applications
- Designing community‑focused urban spaces
- Creating intentional spiritual groups
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices can foster real community in modern life?
- How does the absence of community affect mental health?
