For every individual who thinks and talks about this problem the depression has left an ineradicable mark upon the mind and conscience of this generation. The depression was more than an economic incident. It has made a profound impression on the national conscience. Our first resolve must be and is that never, while we have a brain to plan with or two hands to fight or work with, must such a depression occur again. We are not looking for full employment on the model of Germany or Italy before this war.
Democracy involves free choice.
Increasing production as the basis of increases in living standards and social security. We emphasise this. A slowing down of production will damage the wage-earner immeasurably. Increasing production demands increasing markets. Increasing markets cannot be won easily unless we produce commodities that are both good and cheap.