Cost Quote by Rachel Carson
“It is also an era dominated by industry, in which the right to make a dollar at whatever cost is seldom challenged.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Limits of Growth, 1972
Industrial era often ignores the cost of profit, prioritizing dollars over ethical considerations.
In simple terms: Industry can ignore ethical costs.
Key Takeaway
Balance profit with responsibility.
Themes
industry
ethics
environmental impact
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
analytical
activist
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- policy making
- consumer choices
Key Concepts
economics
sustainability
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What costs are hidden in cheap goods?
- How can consumers demand ethical practices?
A Different Perspective
Economic pressures may resist ethical changes.
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