Capitalism inherently prioritizes profits over people from "summary" of Profit Over People by Noam Chomsky
Capitalism, as it is practiced today, is driven by the relentless pursuit of profit. The profit motive is the driving force behind all decisions in a capitalist system. Companies exist to make money, and maximizing profits is their primary goal. This means that everything else - including the well-being of people - takes a back seat to the bottom line.
In a capitalist society, workers are seen as a means to an end - a way to increase productivity and generate more profit. Their needs and desires are secondary to the goal of making money. This has led to a situation where workers are often exploited, underpaid, and overworked in the pursuit of higher profits for the capitalist class.
The emphasis on profits also has implications for the environment. Capitalist enterprises prioritize short-term gains over long-term sustainability, leading to overexploitation ...
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