Quote by Italian Proverb

Public money is like holy water; everyone helps himself to it.

Public money is like holy water; everyone helps himself to i

Summary

This quote implies that public funds, much like holy water, are highly valued and believed to be accessible to anyone in need. However, it also suggests that people tend to take advantage of public money for personal gain, metaphorically "helping themselves" to it without proper regard for its intended purposes. The quote might reflect a certain level of skepticism regarding the utilization of public funds and highlights the potential for misuse and corruption.

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