Quote by David Ricardo

By far the greatest part of those goods which are the objects of desire, are procured by labour and they may be multiplied, not in one country alone, but in many, almost without any assignable limit, if we are disposed to bestow the labour necessary to obtain them.

By far the greatest part of those goods which are the object

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This quote suggests that the majority of desired goods are obtained through labor. It emphasizes that these goods can be multiplied in numerous countries, unhindered by any definite limit, as long as the necessary labor is dedicated to their production. The quote highlights the potential for economic growth and the abundance of resources that can be achieved through hard work and effort, asserting that the possibilities are boundless if societies are willing to invest labor towards obtaining what they desire.

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