They say that higher wages will cause the mines to close down. Then what is it worth, this mining industry? And why should it be kept alive, if it is only our poverty that keeps it alive? They say it makes the country rich, but what do we see of these riches? Is it we that must be kept poor so that others may stay rich?
In "Cry, The Beloved Country," the narrative grapples with the implications of the mining industry on the lives of the poor. The claim that raising wages will lead to mine closures raises critical questions about the value and sustainability of such an industry that seemingly only benefits the wealthy at the expense of the impoverished workers. This contradiction highlights the moral dilemma faced by society regarding economic growth and its cost.
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