Accepted Quote by John Bates Clark
“If the adjustment made by a court can be accepted or not, it will be refused whenever the men can gain more by continuing the strike, with whatever of violence that involves.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Labor Relations Lecture, 1920s, United States
A court's settlement will be rejected if striking workers can achieve greater gains by persisting, regardless of violence involved.
In simple terms: Courts reject settlements when strikes can win more.
Key Takeaway
Consider the strategic value of continued action.
Themes
labor
law
strategy
conflict
violence
Mood
tense
analytical
Type
legal
political
When to use this quote
- union negotiations
- industrial disputes
- political protests
Key Concepts
collective bargaining
game theory
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the potential gain worth the risk of violence?
- How do courts balance legal authority and worker power?
A Different Perspective
If violence escalates, courts may intervene regardless of strategic gain.
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