Cease Quote by Henry A. Wallace
“Still another danger is represented by those who, paying lip service to democracy and the common welfare, in their insatiable greed for money and the power which money gives, do not hesitate surreptitiously to evade the laws designed to safeguard the public from monopolistic extortion. American fascists of this stamp were clandestinely aligned with their German counterparts before the war, and are even now preparing to resume where they left off, after "the present unpleasantness" ceases.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Roosevelt‑Era Address, 1942
Greedy elites exploit democracy, using money to evade laws and threaten public welfare.
In simple terms: Powerful money‑driven interests corrupt democracy.
Key Takeaway
Guard against wealth‑based political manipulation.
Themes
politics
corruption
economic power
Mood
cautionary
analytical
Type
critical
historical
When to use this quote
- legislative hearings
- public protests
- policy debates
Key Concepts
monopolies
democratic erosion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens hold powerful interests accountable?
- What safeguards protect democratic institutions?
A Different Perspective
Not all wealthy individuals are corrupt; reforms can mitigate abuse.
