Beauty Quote by Glen Duncan
““The beauty of the concept is that it takes the wind out of so many would-be ethical sails: the company that owns the porn-mag owns the company that makes the washing powder. The company that owns the munitions plants owns the company that makes the budgerigar food. The company that owns the nuclear waste owns the company that picks up your trash. These days, thanks to me, unless you pack up and go and live in a cave, you're putting money into evil and shit. And let's be realistic, if the cost of ethics is life in a cave . . .””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Ethical Consumerism Discussion, 2019
Corporate conglomerates intertwine unrelated industries, making ethical consumption nearly impossible without radical lifestyle changes.
In simple terms: Big companies own many products, complicating ethical choices.
Key Takeaway
Consider the broader impact of purchases.
Themes
ethics
consumerism
corporate power
environment
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analysis
commentary
When to use this quote
- shopping decisions
- activism
- sustainable living
Key Concepts
systemic interdependence
moral complexity
Questions to Reflect On
- Can individuals influence corporate behavior?
- What alternatives exist for ethical consumption?
A Different Perspective
Avoiding all unethical products may be impractical.
