Money Quote by E.L. Doctorow
““It is the law of wealth that such people only profit from the money that is taken from them.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Book of Daniel, E.L. Doctorow, 1971
Wealth often comes from exploiting others, highlighting moral costs of profit.
In simple terms: Money can be earned by taking from others.
Key Takeaway
Consider the ethics of how wealth is acquired.
Themes
economics
ethics
exploitation
wealth
justice
Mood
critical
provocative
Type
literary
political
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- investment strategies
- policy debates
- personal finance
Key Concepts
capitalism
moral philosophy
social inequality
Questions to Reflect On
- Is all wealth built on exploitation?
- How can profit be generated responsibly?
A Different Perspective
Not all profit is unethical; context matters.
