Quote by William Graham Sumner

Any one who believes that any great enterprise of an industrial character can be started without labor must have little experience of life.

Any one who believes that any great enterprise of an industr

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of labor in undertaking any significant industrial project. It suggests that those who think that such enterprises can be initiated without the contribution of labor are ignorant of life's realities. The quote emphasizes that labor is an essential ingredient in the success of any large-scale industrial endeavor, emphasizing the need for hard work, dedication, and the effort of individuals involved. It implies that the vision and ambition behind the enterprise will remain mere ideas unless supported by the human effort and physical work required to bring them to fruition.

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Experience Life Character Labor

By William Graham Sumner

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