Economy Quote by Louis O. Kelso
“The owners of labor, on the other hand, are being taught, by the most powerful and well-publicized examples, that the highest rewards are not for production, but for the employment of organized power to take over a share of what others produce.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Capitalist Manifesto" by Louis O. Kelso, 1975
Powerful groups use organized influence to capture wealth, shifting rewards from productive work to control of resources.
In simple terms: Power overrules production.
Key Takeaway
Beware of power dynamics in economics.
Themes
economics
power
inequality
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
political
economic
When to use this quote
- corporate negotiations
- political lobbying
- union disputes
Key Concepts
capitalism
resource allocation
elite capture
Questions to Reflect On
- How does organized power benefit society?
- Can power be re‑balanced without stifling growth?
A Different Perspective
Power can also drive innovation and coordination.
