Berate Quote by Stephen Holmes
“Antiliberals endlessly berate their enemies for instrumental thinking. But they do not clearly explain the evil of producing better goods at a lower cost.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Antiliberals and Instrumental Thinking, 2020
Critiques focus on opponents' tactics while ignoring the moral issue of producing superior, cheaper goods.
In simple terms: Opponents attack tactics, not the ethics of better, cheaper production.
Consider both tactics and ethical implications.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- consumer markets
- policy debates
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does cheaper production affect workers?
- What ethical standards should guide innovation?
May overlook legitimate concerns about quality or labor conditions.