Quote by George Bernard Shaw

All professions are conspiracies against the laity.

All professions are conspiracies against the laity.

Summary

This quote suggests that all professions are exclusive clubs or systems designed to keep common people, or "the laity," out. It implies that professions operate in a way that benefits those already within the profession, creating barriers for those outside the group to access the opportunities or benefits associated with it. This quote reflects a perspective that highlights the potential inequalities and gatekeeping within professional fields, where some individuals may have privileged access while others are excluded or disadvantaged.

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Professionalism

By George Bernard Shaw

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