Quote by Henry Miller

The American white man (not to speak of the Indian, the Negro, the Mexican) hasn't a ghost of a chance. If he has any talent he's doomed to have it crushed one way or another. The American way is to seduce a man by bribery and make a prostitute of him. Or else to ignore him, starve him into submission and make a hack of him.

The American white man (not to speak of the Indian, the Negr

Summary

This quote, by American writer William S. Burroughs, criticizes the American system and its impact on marginalized groups. It suggests that the dominant white man, along with the Indian, Negro, and Mexican, faces significant challenges and limited opportunities. The quote highlights two paths: either being coerced and corrupted through materialistic temptations or being ignored and oppressed until forced to conform and compromise one's integrity. Burroughs' words convey a pessimistic sentiment, emphasizing the oppressive forces at play within American society.

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