Capitalism Quote by George Reisman
“The slaves of socialism are slaves, but they are no one's property and therefore no one's loss.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Economics of the American System, George Reisman, 1975
Socialism denies personal ownership, making individuals both unowned and unvalued, leading to loss of agency.
In simple terms: Socialism makes people unowned and undervalued.
Recognize and protect individual rights.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- labor rights
- political activism
- policy debate
- community organizing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal ownership affect societal cohesion?
- What safeguards protect against exploitation?
May overlook benefits of collective welfare.