Civilisation Quote by Ernest Bevin
“Civilisation cannot survive if it rests on a propertyless proletariat.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Labour Party Conference, 1945
A society cannot endure if it relies on a class without property rights, implying the need for economic equity.
In simple terms: Society needs property rights for all to survive.
Key Takeaway
Promote fair ownership.
Themes
economics
class
justice
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
political
economic
When to use this quote
- labor reforms
- housing policy
- education funding
Key Concepts
property rights
social stability
wealth distribution
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies ensure equitable property distribution?
- How do cultural values affect economic structures?
A Different Perspective
It simplifies complex economic systems to a single cause.
