The quest for profit leads to exploitation and inequality from "summary" of Profit Over People by Noam Chomsky
The relentless pursuit of profit drives the capitalist system, leading to the exploitation of workers and the exacerbation of inequality. In this profit-driven world, companies prioritize their financial gains above all else, often at the expense of their employees. Workers are viewed merely as a means to an end, a resource to be exploited for maximum productivity and minimal cost. As companies seek to maximize their profits, they cut costs wherever possible, often by reducing wages, benefits, and job security for their workers. This drive to minimize expenses results in the exploitation of labor, as workers are forced to work longer hours for lower pay, with little to no job security. This exploitation is further perpetuated by the lack of protections for workers, as labor laws are often weakened or ignored in the pursuit of profit...
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