I will reply to them all with this one sentence,--that they must all be solved by the principle of equality.

Thus, some one might observe, "Here is a task which cannot be postponed without detriment to production.

Ought society to suffer from the negligence of a few?
and will she not venture--out of respect for the right of labor--to assure with her own hands the product which they refuse her?
In such a case, to whom will the salary belong ?" To society; who will be allowed to perform the labor, either herself, or through her representatives, but always in such a way that the general equality shall never be violated, and that only the idler shall be punished for his idleness.

Further, if society may not use excessive severity towards her lazy members, she has a right, in self-defence, to guard against abuses.
But every industry needs--they will add--leaders, instructors, superintendents, &c.

Will these be engaged in the general task?
No; since their task is to lead, instruct, and superintend.