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“Business is an establishment that gives you the legal, even though unethical, right to screw the naive-right, left, and in the middle.” quote by W. C. Fields
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“Business is an establishment that gives you the legal, even though unethical, right to screw the naive-right, left, and in the middle.”

W. C. Fields

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Business claims legal rights that can be used unethically against all political groups.

In simple terms: Business can exploit legal loopholes.

Key Takeaway

Demand ethical standards in commerce.

Themes

ethics law politics business practices

Mood

critical skeptical

Type

commentary satirical

When to use this quote

  • consumer advocacy
  • policy reform
  • corporate governance

Key Concepts

corporate responsibility regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Should profit outweigh moral duty?
  • How can consumers enforce ethical behavior?
A Different Perspective

Legal rights can be limited by regulation.

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