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Advisable Quote by Pope Pius XI

“In the present state of human society, however, We deem it advisable that the wage-contract should, when possible, be modified somewhat by a contract of partnership, as is already being tried in various ways to the no small gain both of the wage-earners and of the employers. In this way…” quote by Pope Pius XI
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“In the present state of human society, however, We deem it advisable that the wage-contract should, when possible, be modified somewhat by a contract of partnership, as is already being tried in various ways to the no small gain both of the wage-earners and of the employers. In this way wage-earners are made sharers in some sort in the ownership, or the management, or the profits.”

Pope Pius XI

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Source Encyclical: Quadragesimo Anno, 1931

Advocates shifting wage contracts toward partnership models for mutual benefit.

In simple terms: Suggests partnership contracts for workers and employers.

Key Takeaway

Promote shared ownership and profit sharing.

Themes

labor rights economics social justice partnership profit sharing

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

political economic

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • union talks
  • policy reforms

Key Concepts

co‑ownership fair wages industrial democracy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can partnership models be fairly structured?
  • What safeguards protect both parties?
A Different Perspective

Implementation can be complex.

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