Quote by Ralph Nader

John D. Rockefeller wanted to dominate oil, but Microsoft wants it all, you name it: cable, media, banking, car dealerships.

John D. Rockefeller wanted to dominate oil, but Microsoft wa

Summary

This quote highlights the expansive ambitions of Microsoft. It suggests that while John D. Rockefeller was solely focused on dominating the oil industry during his time, Microsoft aims to control various sectors including cable, media, banking, and car dealerships. The quote subtly communicates the extent of Microsoft's desire for dominance and its intention to expand its influence into different industries beyond just technology.

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