Community Quote by Mikhail Bakunin
““To organize society in such a manner that every individual, man or woman, should find, upon entering life, approximately equal means for the development of his or her diverse faculties and their utilization in his or her work. And to organize such a society that, rendering impossible the exploitation of anyone's labor, will enable every individual to enjoy the social wealth, which in reality is produced only by collective labor, but to enjoy it only in so far as he contributes directly toward the creation of that wealth.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Political Economy of Anarchy, 1870s
A society should provide equal opportunities for personal development and ensure that wealth, created collectively, is shared only with those who directly contribute to it.
In simple terms: Equal opportunity and fair sharing of collective wealth.
Key Takeaway
Promote equitable access and contribution.
Themes
equality
labor rights
collective ownership
social justice
anti-exploitation
Mood
critical
optimistic
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
ideological
When to use this quote
- education reform
- cooperative workplaces
- universal basic services
- community projects
Key Concepts
anarchism
political economy
social theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance individual freedom with collective responsibility?
- What mechanisms ensure fair contribution assessment?
A Different Perspective
Implementation may face resistance from entrenched power structures and differing definitions of contribution.
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