Quote by Alan King

Banks have a new image. Now you have 'a friend,' your friendly banker. If the banks are so friendly, how come they chain down the pens?

Banks have a new image. Now you have 'a friend,' your friend

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the incongruity between the perception of banks as welcoming and friendly institutions, symbolized by the presence of a friendly banker, and the seemingly contradictory precaution of chaining down pens. It suggests that despite the efforts to appear friendly, banks still prioritize security measures, making it difficult for customers to even borrow a pen. This humorous observation prompts us to question the authenticity of the "friendly" banking image and raises skepticism about the true intentions and actions of banks.

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