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“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.” quote by Raymond J. Donovan
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“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.”

Raymond J. Donovan

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

Key Takeaway

Be aware of regional and cultural biases in business law

Themes

Bias Law Ethnicity Geography Business Risk

Mood

Cautious Critical Skeptical

Type

Quote Political Social commentary

When to use this quote

  • Contract negotiations
  • Hiring practices
  • Legal compliance
  • Risk assessment

Key Concepts

Stereotyping Legal discrimination Regional prejudice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can contractors protect themselves from discriminatory practices?
  • What reforms could reduce bias in legal treatment?
A Different Perspective

Legal outcomes also depend on evidence and fairness, not just bias

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