Class system Quote by Martin Gosch
““When I looked around the neighborhood, I found out that kids wasn’t the only crooks. We was surrounded by crooks, and plenty of ’em was guys that were supposed to be legit, like the landlords and the storekeepers and the politicians and cops on the beat. All of ‘em was stealin’ from somebody. And we had the real pros, the old Dons from the old country, with their big black cars and mustaches to match. We used to make fun of them behind their backs, but our parents were scared to death of them. The only thing is, we knew they was rich, and rich was what counted, because the rich got away with anythin'.””
About This Quote
A community is infiltrated by corruption at all levels, where wealth protects wrongdoing and legitimate roles are compromised.
In simple terms: Corruption pervades every social tier, protecting the rich.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge systemic corruption.
Themes
corruption
class
politics
wealth
trust
crime
Mood
cynical
disillusioned
reflective
Type
class system:1
Corruption:1
Crooks:1
Politics:1
Old Country:0
Surrounded Crooks:0
Wasn Crooks:0
Crooks Surrounded:0
Knew Rich:1
When to use this quote
- urban neighborhoods
- political offices
- law enforcement
- family businesses
- community meetings
Key Concepts
social hierarchy
power dynamics
economic disparity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does wealth influence accountability?
- What can individuals do to expose hidden corruption?
A Different Perspective
Wealth alone does not guarantee justice; systemic change is needed.
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