Belief Quote by Clark Gable
“Only interested in himself and profiting from the war as an unscrupulous entrepreneur, and not in being a patriot: "I believe in Rhett Butler. He's the only cause I know. The rest doesn't mean much to me."”
About This Quote
Source Film: Gone with the Wind, 1939
The character prioritizes personal gain over patriotism, aligning with a fictional hero rather than national duty.
In simple terms: Self‑interest over patriotism.
Key Takeaway
Question motives.
Themes
selfishness
politics
war
patriotism
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
cinematic
dialogue
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- political debates
- personal ethics
Key Concepts
capitalism
morality
hero worship
Questions to Reflect On
- Do personal gains justify ignoring national duty?
- What defines true patriotism?
A Different Perspective
Patriotism may be complex.
