Bigs Quote by Gregory David Roberts
“And money, if the pile gets high enough, is something like a big political party: it does as much harm as it does good, it puts too much power in too few hands, and the closer you come to it the dirtier you get.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts, 2003
Wealth concentrates power, making it both beneficial and harmful; the more involved you become, the more corrupting it can be.
In simple terms: Money gives power and can corrupt.
Key Takeaway
Guard against letting wealth dictate morality.
Themes
power
corruption
wealth
politics
ethics
Mood
cautious
critical
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- corporate lobbying
- personal finance decisions
- activism
Key Concepts
concentration of influence
political economy
moral hazard
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure your values stay intact when handling money?
- What mechanisms can limit power concentration?
A Different Perspective
Even with safeguards, wealth can still enable undue influence.
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