ethical economy Quotes

People say values are expensive, but I say they create economic value.

What kind of society isn't structured on greed?

Today, the UK must be the pioneer of a new model of economic change, that integrates social and environmental consideration. This is not just a question of values and moral duty. It is about our economy's capacity to sustain itself

I have pinned my faith to the spinning wheel. On it, I believe, the salvation of this country depends.

That economics is untrue which ignores or disregards moral values.

The reconnection of society, economy and ethics is a project we cannot postpone.

Here's what I don't think works: An economic system that was founded in the 16th century and another that was founded in the 19th century. I'm tired of this discussion of capitalism and socialism; we live in the 21st century; we need an economic system that has democracy as its underpinnings and an ethical code.

We cannot build an economy where corruption is the working capital

We must rapidly begin the shift from a "thing-oriented" society to a "person-oriented" society. When machines and computers, profit motives and property rights are considered more important than people, the giant triplets of racism, materialism, and militarism are incapable of being conquered.

I believe capitalism will eventually be replaced by a communitarian ethic where the rights and care of all beings will be taken into consideration, not just the greed of a corporate few.

I'm tired of this discussion of capitalism and socialism; we live in the 21st century, we need an economic system that has democracy as its underpinnings and an ethical code.

Achievers must not be penalized or parasites rewarded if we aspire to a healthy, productive, and ethical society.

The Pope appeals for disinterested solidarity and for a return to person-centred ethics in the world of finance and economics.