Quote by Michael Bloomberg

If you really believe that you're making a difference and that you can leave a legacy of better schools and jobs and safer streets, why would you not spend the money? The objective is to improve the schools, bring down crime, build affordable housing, clean the streets - not to have a fair fight.

If you really believe that you're making a difference and th

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This quote emphasizes the importance of investing in societal improvements rather than obsessing over fair competition. It challenges the idea that focusing on fairness should take precedence over making a meaningful impact on communities. The crux of the argument lies in the belief that if one truly believes in making a difference and leaving a positive legacy, then the resources, including money, should be invested in initiatives that enhance schools, reduce crime, provide affordable housing, and ensure clean streets.

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