Pope John Paul The Second Analysis

1) Identify the Author.
• The author of this passage is Pope John Paul the Second. The quote comes directly from Section 6 in the Laborem Exercen (On Human Work).
2) Explain the point of the passage; what is the author trying to prove?
• The point of this passage is to say that the work place should be for the worker. The passage is saying no matter the importance of the job, the work should be judged on the dignity that is given to the individual who carries it out. It simple terms it is saying that all workers have dignity, and the work that they do should be worthy of that dignity.
3) In the context of the chapter or article or video, why does the author/producer go about establishing this point?
• Pope John Paul the Second establishes

The McWayne Corporation did not put any focus on the worker, and did not value the dignity of their employees. This is shown through the lack of protection of the worker, the willingness of the company to just pay fines instead of altering business plans, and the scandal that arose due to the violations of environmental and OSHA laws. The dignity of the worker is also something that is addressed in the article “The Key Principles of Catholic Social Teaching”. The two articles are very closely entwined because many of the principles are directly addressed in the Laborem Exercen, such as the idea of dignity of work and the right of the worker. The right of the worker can only be established if there is dignity in the work that is being done. In addition, rights of the worker can be discussed in relation to the dignity of work. In order to make the work place for the worker companies need provide for the rights of the worker, such as fair wage and protection from harmful machinery. When this happens, the Pope’s wish will be accomplished because the work place will be for the