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“I think that Capitalism, wisely managed, can probably be made more efficient for attaining economic ends than any alternative system yet in sight, but that in itself is in many ways extremely objectionable.” quote by John Maynard Keynes
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“I think that Capitalism, wisely managed, can probably be made more efficient for attaining economic ends than any alternative system yet in sight, but that in itself is in many ways extremely objectionable.”

John Maynard Keynes

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Source Essay: The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money, 1936

Keynes argues that while capitalism can be efficient, its moral and social costs make it problematic.

In simple terms: Capitalism can be efficient but has serious ethical issues.

Key Takeaway

Balance efficiency with ethical considerations.

Themes

economics ethics capitalism policy efficiency

Mood

analytical critical contemplative

Type

theoretical economic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • government policy
  • business strategy
  • public debate
  • economic planning

Key Concepts

social welfare market regulation distributional justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we make markets more humane?
  • What alternatives address capitalism’s flaws?
A Different Perspective

Efficiency alone cannot justify harmful societal impacts.

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