Business Quote by Raymond J. Donovan
“If you're in the contracting business in this country, you're suspect. If you're in the contracting business in New Jersey, you're indictable. If you're in the contracting business in New Jersey and are Italian, you're convicted.”
About This Quote
Source Quote from a political speech or interview, mid‑20th century
The speaker sat that being a contractor in certain regions or ethnic groups leads to suspicion and legal trouble
In simple terms: Contractors face bias and legal risk based on location and ethnicity
Be aware of regional and cultural biases in business law
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Contract negotiations
- Hiring practices
- Legal compliance
- Risk assessment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can contractors protect themselves from discriminatory practices?
- What reforms could reduce bias in legal treatment?
Legal outcomes also depend on evidence and fairness, not just bias