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“Why don't men become primary teachers? Partly, I suppose, because the pay is so insulting; but then it is for all teachers, as the state seems to consider the manufacture of adults less important than the manufacture of just about anything else.” quote by Harry Enfield
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“Why don't men become primary teachers? Partly, I suppose, because the pay is so insulting; but then it is for all teachers, as the state seems to consider the manufacture of adults less important than the manufacture of just about anything else.”

Harry Enfield

About This Quote

Source TV: The Harry Enfield Show, 1990

He critiques low teacher pay and societal undervaluing of education, especially for men.

In simple terms: He points out poor pay and low respect for teachers.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for better teacher compensation.

Themes

education gender roles economics

Mood

critical reflective

Type

social political

When to use this quote

  • school budgeting
  • policy debate
  • career counseling
  • public discourse
  • media commentary

Key Concepts

labor value gender expectations

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does pay affect teacher recruitment?
  • Why are teaching roles gendered?
A Different Perspective

May overlook systemic issues beyond pay.

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