Able Quote by James Purnell
“It seems absolutely wrong that people should be able to profit in this cynical way from an event that is designed to highlight the need for action on poverty in Africa, and for which so many artists and others are donating their valuable time for nothing [on people selling Live8 concert tickets on eBay]”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UK Parliament, 2005
He condemns profiting from charitable events like Live8, arguing it undermines genuine humanitarian effort.
In simple terms: Profiting from charity is unethical.
Key Takeaway
Support causes without personal gain.
Themes
ethics
charity
exploitation
Mood
concerned
advocacy
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- ticket resale
- fundraising events
- donor engagement
- non‑profit campaigns
Key Concepts
profit motive
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can charities prevent exploitation while raising funds?
- What policies could curb ticket resale abuse?
A Different Perspective
Some fundraising models rely on market mechanisms that can be misused.
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