Freedom is the by-product of economic surplus.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Bevan argues that true freedom depends on having enough economic resources to support it.
- In plain terms
- Freedom only happens when there is enough money and resources for everyone.
- What can you take from it?
- Economic stability is a prerequisite for personal freedom.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is freedom possible without economic security?
- How do we define surplus?
Another view
Freedom can exist in non-material forms regardless of wealth.
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