Quote by David Ricardo

The facility of obtaining food is beneficial in two ways to the owners of capital, it at the same time raises profits and increases the amount of consumable commodities.

The facility of obtaining food is beneficial in two ways to

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This quote suggests that having easy access to food has two advantages for capital owners. Firstly, it leads to higher profits as the availability of food increases demand and consumption. Secondly, it results in an increased supply of consumable goods, which further benefits the owners of capital. Ultimately, the quote emphasizes the positive impact of food accessibility on the financial gains and material abundance for those who possess capital.

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