I believe in the dignity of labor, whether with head or hand; that the world owes no man a living but that it owes every man an opportunity to make a living.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Work has inherent value, and society should provide opportunity rather than guaranteed outcomes.
- In plain terms
- All work is dignified and everyone deserves a chance to earn.
- What can you take from it?
- Create opportunities for self sufficiency.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you support others' livelihoods?
- Is opportunity truly equal?
Another view
Not everyone has equal access to opportunities due to systemic factors.
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