Believe Quote by Harry S. Truman
“Of course I believe in free enterprise but in my system of free enterprise, the democratic principle is that there never was, never has been, never will be, room for the ruthless exploitation of the many for the benefit of the few.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Truman Doctrine, 1947
Free enterprise should protect the many, not enable the few to exploit them.
In simple terms: Free enterprise must be fair.
Key Takeaway
Guard against exploitation.
Themes
economics
ethics
democracy
Mood
cautious
hopeful
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- business ethics
- public discourse
Key Concepts
political theory
social justice
capitalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure fairness in capitalism?
- What safeguards prevent exploitation?
A Different Perspective
Market forces can unintentionally favor the powerful.
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