Blow Quote by David Lloyd George
“The Bolshevists would blow up the fabric with high explosive, with horror. Others would pull down with the crowbars and with cranks--especially with cranks. . . . Sweating, slums, the sense of semi-slavery in labour, must go. We must cultivate a sense of manhood by treating men as men.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, United Kingdom, 1920s
He warns that violent upheaval will destroy society, urging a shift to dignity and respect for workers.
In simple terms: Violence destroys; respect builds.
Key Takeaway
Promote dignity over force.
Themes
social justice
labor rights
human dignity
Mood
determined
urgent
Type
political
motivational
When to use this quote
- workers' rights
- union negotiations
- community building
- policy reform
Key Concepts
industrial relations
social reform
masculinity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies replace violence with constructive dialogue?
- What policies foster genuine respect for labor?
A Different Perspective
Violence may be seen as necessary by some oppressed groups.
