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“Well, I called him and I said, Mr. Wright, what can I do? Universal offered me a contract $300 a week. He says take it. You'll never get that money from me.” quote by Anthony Quinn
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“Well, I called him and I said, Mr. Wright, what can I do? Universal offered me a contract $300 a week. He says take it. You'll never get that money from me.”

Anthony Quinn

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Source Interview: Unknown source, date unspecified

A man is offered a lucrative contract but is urged to reject it, implying moral or ethical concerns about the deal.

In simple terms: A tempting offer is declined due to principle.

Key Takeaway

Consider values over money.

Themes

ethics temptation decision making

Mood

conflicted thoughtful

Type

advice ethical

When to use this quote

  • career negotiations
  • political deals
  • personal integrity
  • contract discussions

Key Concepts

moral dilemma financial incentive

Questions to Reflect On

  • What values would make you reject a profitable opportunity?
  • How do you balance personal gain with ethical standards?
A Different Perspective

The context of the offer is unclear, making the moral stance ambiguous.

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