Quote by John Webster

When I go to hell, I mean to carry a bribe: for look you, good gifts evermore make way for the worst persons.

When I go to hell, I mean to carry a bribe: for look you, go

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that bribery and manipulation can often lead to undeserving people gaining power or escaping punishment. The speaker humorously suggests that if they were to end up in a negative situation like hell, they would attempt to bribe their way out, acknowledging the unfortunate reality that those who offer bribes are often able to influence outcomes even if they are morally corrupt. The quote serves as a critical commentary on the state of society, where individuals with good intentions are often overshadowed by those willing to use unethical means to get ahead.

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