Agree Quote by Tommy Douglas
“We agree with the statement contained in the encyclical Quadragesimo Anno, written by Pope Leo XIII, that "anything which dominates the life of the community should be owned by the community." That is the basis upon which we believe there should be government ownership of monopolistic enterprises.”
About This Quote
Source Encyclical: Quadragesimo Anno, Pope Leo XIII, 1931
Community ownership is justified when something dominates communal life, suggesting public control of monopolies.
In simple terms: Community should own dominant resources.
Key Takeaway
Advocate public ownership of monopolistic enterprises.
Themes
economics
social justice
public policy
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
political
economic
When to use this quote
- government policy
- public utilities
- economic planning
- anti‑trust enforcement
Key Concepts
communal ownership
monopoly regulation
social equity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can public ownership balance efficiency and equity?
- What safeguards prevent bureaucratic inefficiency?
A Different Perspective
Public ownership may stifle competition and innovation.
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