Economic Quote by Ernesto Cardenal
“I am not interested in an economic liberation of man without the liberation of the whole man.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Burning of the City", 1975
He argues that economic freedom is meaningless without holistic human liberation.
In simple terms: Economic freedom needs full human liberation.
Key Takeaway
Seek comprehensive emancipation.
Themes
philosophy
economics
human rights
Mood
inspirational
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- policy formulation
- social movements
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
holistic freedom
social justice
integrated development
human dignity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can economic and personal liberation be balanced?
- What policies support whole‑person freedom?
A Different Perspective
It may be idealistic in practice.
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