Economics Quote by Michael Foot
“You can have a wages policy imposed by mass unemployment.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Labour Party Conference, 1970
Unemployment can force governments to adopt restrictive wage policies.
In simple terms: Joblessness leads to wage controls.
Advocate for policies that protect workers during downturns.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- policy debate
- union negotiations
- social welfare
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives exist to wage caps?
- How can workers be protected without strict controls?
Such policies may hurt low‑income workers more than intended.