Capitalist Quote by Karl Marx
“The capitalist cannot store labour-power in warehouses after he has bought it, as he may do with the raw material.”
About This Quote
Source Manuscript: Economic Theory, 1867
Capitalists cannot store labor as a commodity like raw materials because labor is embodied in people.
In simple terms: Labor can't be stored like raw material.
Key Takeaway
Recognize labor's unique nature in economics.
Themes
economics
labor
capitalism
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
academic
When to use this quote
- industrial production
- workforce management
- policy making
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
commodity theory
surplus value
Questions to Reflect On
- How does modern automation affect this view?
- Can labor be treated as a commodity today?
A Different Perspective
Labor can be outsourced or automated, changing dynamics.
