Political Quotes

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The worker does not see the fruit of his travail, and cannot therefore be truly satisfied.
Said by
James Beck
Republican · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Beck points out the disconnect workers feel from the results of their labor, leading to dissatisfaction.

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