Accepting Quote by Norbert Wiener
“Any labor which competes with slave labor must accept the economic conditions of slave labor.”
About This Quote
Competing with forced labor requires accepting its economic realities, implying moral compromise.
In simple terms: Competing with slave labor means accepting its economics.
Key Takeaway
Address ethical labor standards.
Themes
economics
ethics
labor
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- policy making
- human rights advocacy
- corporate responsibility
Key Concepts
moral compromise
market forces
Questions to Reflect On
- How can markets avoid supporting slave labor?
- What alternatives exist to unethical labor?
A Different Perspective
May legitimize exploitation.
