Quote by Nick Mancuso

At root fame is a sham. I'm not going to live forever and if I am I certainly need don't you to tell me that so that I will buy a car or a box of dried up crackers.


At root fame is a sham. I'm not going to live forever and if

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This quote expresses the belief that fame is not meaningful or significant. The speaker states that they do not want to be reminded of their mortality or manipulated into making purchases by the allure of fame. It implies that fame is artificial and superficial, offering no real value or lasting impact beyond consumerism. The quote challenges the societal obsession with fame, urging to prioritize more genuine and meaningful aspects of life.

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