Investing Quote by Richard D. Wolff
““the market has been anthropomorphized. It is not created by us but creates us. That's what the market distates. If Jesus can talk to you, the market can talk to you.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Marxist Economics, 2015
The market is portrayed as an autonomous force that shapes human behavior, not merely a tool we control.
In simple terms: The market influences us more than we control it.
Key Takeaway
Recognize market forces and question their authority.
Themes
economics
power
human agency
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- personal finance
- activism
Key Concepts
marxist theory
anthropomorphism
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you see market pressures shaping your decisions?
- Can we redesign markets to serve humanity?
A Different Perspective
Markets cannot be fully rational or ethical; they reflect collective choices.
