Accepted Quote by George Jung
“I felt that there was nothing wrong with what I was doing because I was supplying a product to people that wanted it and it was accepted. I mean nobody really was making any negative statements about marijuana.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Rise and Fall of the American Dream, 2005
He believes his marijuana business met demand without causing harm, noting lack of criticism.
In simple terms: He felt his drug trade was harmless because customers wanted it.
Key Takeaway
Consider ethical implications of supply and demand.
Themes
ethics
business
drug trade
public perception
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
analytical
ethical
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- legal risk
- public health
- policy debate
Key Concepts
market demand
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Is meeting demand enough justification?
- How do societal norms shape legality?
A Different Perspective
Public opinion can shift; leading to regulation.
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