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Bill of rights Quote by Garth Nix

“You know we do not make such judgments, said Shushu. Business is business. We do not question whether our customers are 'good' or 'evil.' Once we did, said the older witch. When the Bill of Rights-” quote by Garth Nix
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““You know we do not make such judgments, said Shushu. Business is business. We do not question whether our customers are 'good' or 'evil.' Once we did, said the older witch. When the Bill of Rights-””

Garth Nix

About This Quote

Source Book: The Ragged Man by Garth Nix, 2005

Business decisions should be based on facts, not moral judgments about customers, and ethical concerns are often set aside in commerce.

In simple terms: Separate business from moral judgments.

Key Takeaway

Focus on objective criteria in business.

Themes

ethics business morality

Mood

pragmatic detached

Type

advisory analytical

When to use this quote

  • corporate negotiations
  • customer relations
  • policy making

Key Concepts

utilitarianism pragmatism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance profit with ethical responsibility?
  • When should moral considerations override business convenience?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring moral impact can erode trust and long‑term sustainability.

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