Quote by David Korten

As long as you have a system that is based on the rational that if you are making money you are thereby making a contribution to society, these financial rogue practices will continue.

As long as you have a system that is based on the rational t

Summary

This quote suggests that as long as the prevailing belief is that making money automatically means contributing to society, unethical and exploitative financial practices will continue. It implies that this mindset encourages individuals or institutions to prioritize profit over ethical considerations, leading to financial misconduct and rogue behavior. To address such issues, it implies a need for a system that evaluates contributions to society beyond one's monetary gains, promoting ethical and responsible practices in the financial sector.

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Money

By David Korten

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