They used to say it was bad for Indians to drink, but it's bad for anybody. When they drink they lose their cool, a lot of us. Like when we played with Sonny Boy, I would never get paid, you know. He would drink up all the money.

Summary

This quote suggests that drinking is harmful to everyone, regardless of their cultural background. It challenges the misconception that drinking only negatively affects certain groups, like Native Americans. The speaker points out that excessive drinking leads to the loss of self-control for many individuals, including themselves and someone named Sonny Boy, who would spend all the money on alcohol instead of fulfilling his financial obligations. The quote serves as a reminder of the universal consequences of alcohol abuse and highlights the personal experiences that support this belief.

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