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“In Great Britain the price of food is at a higher level than in any other country, and consequently, the British artisan labours at a disadvantage in proportion to the higher rate of his food.” quote by Joseph Hume
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“In Great Britain the price of food is at a higher level than in any other country, and consequently, the British artisan labours at a disadvantage in proportion to the higher rate of his food.”

Joseph Hume

About This Quote

Source Parliamentary Speech, 1840

Higher food costs disadvantage British artisans compared to other nations.

In simple terms: Food prices hurt British workers.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for fair food pricing.

Themes

economics labor fairness

Mood

analytical concerned

Type

political economic

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • market reforms
  • artisan advocacy

Key Concepts

price disparity artisan labor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can policy address food price impacts?
  • What alternatives exist for artisans?
A Different Perspective

Complex market forces may limit simple solutions.

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