Quote by C. Wright Mills

Power is not of a man. Wealth does not center in the person of the wealthy. Celebrity is not inherent in any personality. To be celebrated, to be wealthy, to have power requires access to major institutions.

Power is not of a man. Wealth does not center in the person

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This quote emphasizes that power, wealth, and celebrity are not intrinsic qualities of an individual. Instead, it suggests that these attributes are dependent on one's access to significant institutions. It implies that an individual's ability to attain and maintain power, wealth, or fame is influenced by their connection to influential systems and structures rather than solely based on their personal merits or character. In essence, it highlights the role of societal institutions in enabling or limiting opportunities for success and recognition.

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