Money Quote by Peter Cooper
“Money is so unlike every other article that I believe a man has neither a legal or a moral right to take all that he can get.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address by Peter Cooper, 1850
Money is uniquely different; no one has a legal or moral claim to take everything they can.
In simple terms: Money is unlike other things; no right to take all.
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits of entitlement.
Themes
ethics
economics
property rights
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- public policy
- personal finance
- charitable giving
Key Concepts
utilitarianism
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define ethical acquisition?
- What limits should society set on wealth accumulation?
A Different Perspective
The definition of “legal or moral right” varies across cultures.
