Ethical Trade Quotes

We've always believed in fair trade.

The augmentation of slaves weakens the states; and such a trade is diabolical in itself, and disgraceful to mankind.

It is in this sense that Franklin says, "war is robbery, commerce is generally cheating.

Swadeshi is the only doctrine consistent with the law of humanity and love.

We are a company built for fair and open trade.

Now then, if we were to go the lowest road and plaster my face on the bottle of oil and vinegar dressing just to line our pockets, it would sink. But to go the low road to get to the high road- shameless exploitation for charity, for the common good- now that's an idea worth the hustle, a reciprocal trade agreement.

... if the production of any commodity necessitates the sacrifice of human life, society should do without that commodity, but itcan not do without that life.

We should not put additional stressors on God's creatures through irresponsible trade practices in wild birds.

The case for trade is not just monetary, but moral. Economic freedom creates habits of liberty. And habits of liberty create expectations of democracy.

With global rules for global supply chains, we can end corporate greed.

Killing isn't free. It takes something out of you every time you do it. You get their life; they get a piece of your soul. It's always a trade.

How much did you get for your soul?

Yes to trade, but trade that ensures that these other countries that trade with us aren't engaging in child labor.

If trade undermines life, narrows it or impoverishes it, then it can destroy the world. If it enhances life, then it can better the world.

Goods produced under conditions which do not meet a rudimentary standard to decency should be regarded as contraband and not allowed to pollute the channels of international commerce.

PRICE, n. Value, plus a reasonable sum for the wear and tear of conscience in demanding it.

Let there be worse cotton and better men.