72/174 There is nothing to hinder the State from reserving some of its funds to avoid stoppages of labor in the transition, which I do not myself believe will occur. Finally, if to get out of a rut and get into a condition which is better for all, and which is certainly more just, it is absolutely necessary to brave a few painful moments, the workmen are ready, or I know them ill. God grant that it may be the same with employers. It is surprising that they discuss such a subject before you, speaking of wages and interests, without once pronouncing the word _justice_. They know, however, full well that the situation is _unjust_. |