>Why? The question is, what work does this alleged quantity do? I agree that
>LTV talk is useful heuristic way to saying that there's exploitation. But we >can say that without LTV talk, that is, without denying that there are other >sources of value than labor or that SNALT does not provide a useful measure >of a significant quantity. I would have thought that a more important reason for trying to hang onto the LTV is that it embodies a fundamental egalitarian principle; if we believe that my life is equally as valuable as your life, then an hour of my life must be worth the same as an hour of your life, and I think that this ends up implying something like the LTV. dd ___________________________________________________ Email Disclaimer This communication is for the attention of the named recipient only and should not be passed on to any other person. Information relating to any company or security, is for information purposes only and should not be interpreted as a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any security. The information on which this communication is based has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable, but we do not guarantee its accuracy or completeness. All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice. All e-mail messages, and associated attachments, are subject to interception and monitoring for lawful business purposes. ___________________________________________________
