Many writers upon the science of political economy have declared that it is the duty of a nation first to encourage the creation of wealth; and second, to direct and control its distribution. All such theories are delusive.
More Quotes from Leland Stanford:
The employer class is less indispensable in the modern organization of industries because the laboring men themselves possess sufficient intelligence to organize into co-operative relation and enjoy the entire benefits of their own labor.Leland Stanford
There is no reason why the women of the country should not greatly advance themselves.
Leland Stanford
Each co-operative institution will become a school of business in which each member will acquire a knowledge of the laws of trade and commerce.
Leland Stanford
When money is controlled by a few it gives that few an undue power and control over labor and the resources of the country. Labor will have its best return when the laborer can control its disposal.
Leland Stanford
A man's sentiments are generally just and right, while it is second selfish thought which makes him trim and adopt some other view. The best reforms are worked out when sentiment operates, as it does in women, with the indignation of righteousness.
Leland Stanford
I am in favor of carrying out the Declaration of Independence to women as well as men. Women having to suffer the burdens of society and government should have their equal rights in it. They do not receive their rights in full proportion.
Leland Stanford
Readers Who Like This Quotation Also Like:
Based on Topics: Duty Quotes, Money & Wealth Quotes, Politics Quotes, Science QuotesBased on Keywords: delusive
I have four shelves covered with journals that I've written. Dad and I are writing songs together. I've probably written 100 songs.
Miley Cyrus
I was singing about six notes higher than I had to, in a range that kept me up in a bubblegum sound.
Nancy Sinatra
The revolution is carried out by means of one's thought, not through one's family background.
Kim Jong Il