Causes Quote by Jemaine Clement
“They're turnin' kids into slaves just to make cheaper sneakers But what's the real cost 'cause the sneakers don't seem that much cheaper Why are we still payin' so much for sneakers when you got them made by little slave kids? What are your overheads?!”
About This Quote
Source Song: "Sneakers" by Flight of the Conchords, 2008
The lyric highlights exploitation in cheap shoe production, questioning hidden human costs behind low prices.
In simple terms: Cheap shoes often hide child labor.
Key Takeaway
Consider ethical buying.
Themes
exploitation
consumerism
labor rights
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
social commentary
activist
When to use this quote
- shopping for shoes
- advocating fair trade
- educating peers
- supporting NGOs
Key Concepts
global supply chains
ethical consumption
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden costs are you willing to pay?
- How can you verify ethical production?
A Different Perspective
The quote oversimplifies complex economics and may ignore other cost factors.
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