Cents Quote by Carl Hiaasen
“Obviously you have to make a profit to put out a newspaper. I'm not an idiot. But when the margins are in excess of 25 per cent you're talking about greed.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 1998
Profit drives newspaper business, but excess margins reveal greed beyond necessity.
In simple terms: Profit is needed; too much profit is greed.
Key Takeaway
Watch profit margins to avoid greed.
Themes
ethics
business
media
greed
profit
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- budget planning
- advertising strategy
- editorial decisions
- financial oversight
Key Concepts
capitalism
moral economics
media sustainability
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance profit with public service?
- When does profit become harmful?
A Different Perspective
High profit can also fund quality journalism, not just greed.
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