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Victoria C. Woodhull: The capitalist, while enjoying as much profit as all the laborers, is also liable for all losses, in which the laborer…

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The capitalist, while enjoying as much profit as all the laborers, is also liable for all losses, in which the laborer has no interest.
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Victoria C. Woodhull

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Woodhull points out that capitalists bear the risks of investment, unlike laborers who do not share in losses.

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