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Labor is prior to, and independent of, capital. Capital is only the fruit of labor, and could never have existed if labo
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"Labor is prior to, and independent of, capital. Capital is only the fruit of labor, and could never have existed if labor had not first existed. Labor is the superior of capital, and deserves much the higher consideration"

- Abraham Lincoln

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This quote by Abraham Lincoln stresses the value of labor and the role it plays in the economy. He specifies that labor is the foundation of capital, which without labor, capital would not exist. He also implies that labor ought to be provided more respect and factor to consider than capital, as it is the superior of the 2. This quote highlights the significance of labor and the role it plays in the economy. It also serves as a reminder that labor must be respected and appreciated, as it is the structure of capital. This quote is a reminder that labor must be provided the respect it deserves, which capital ought to not be given more value than labor.

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Abraham Lincoln This quote is written / told by Abraham Lincoln between February 12, 1809 and April 15, 1865. He was a famous President from USA. The author also have 114 other quotes.

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