Quote by Gil Scott-Heron

Everything that's bad for you catches on too quickly in America, because that's the easiest thing to get people to invest in, the pursuits that are easy and destructive, the ones that bring out the least positive aspects of people.

Everything that's bad for you catches on too quickly in Amer

Summary

This quote suggests that in America, negative and harmful things tend to gain popularity very quickly. The reason behind this is that it is easier to convince people to invest in pursuits that are destructive, rather than those that are positive and beneficial. It implies that these destructive pursuits bring out the worst in people, highlighting the societal inclination towards embracing things that may have detrimental effects.

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By Gil Scott-Heron

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