Get a job. Do some work like the rest of us.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Directs a person to contribute to society through work like everyone else.
- In plain terms
- Work like everyone else does.
- What can you take from it?
- Contribution through labor is expected of all citizens.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What prevents people from working?
- Is work the only duty?
Another view
It ignores systemic barriers that prevent some from working.
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