Capitalism Quote by Michael Collins
““Capitalism has come, not only to serve Britain's purpose by keeping the people divided, but, by setting worker against worker, it has profited by exploiting both. It works on religious prejudices. It represents to the Protestant workman any attempt by the Catholic workman to get improved conditions as the cloak for some insidious political game.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Irish Nationalist Address, 1919
Capitalism divides workers, exploiting them and using religion to maintain control, while presenting reforms as political manipulation.
In simple terms: Capitalism pits workers against each other and uses religion to keep them divided.
Key Takeaway
Promote solidarity and question hidden agendas.
Themes
class struggle
religion
exploitation
politics
manipulation
Mood
critical
analytical
historical
Type
political
economic
When to use this quote
- labor unions
- political activism
- community organizing
- education
- media literacy
Key Concepts
marxism
social theory
ideology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can workers unite across differences?
- What role does faith play in economic oppression?
A Different Perspective
Economic systems can also provide genuine benefits if reformed.
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