Quote by Vic Oliver

If a man is after money, he's money mad; if he keeps it, he's a capitalist; if he spends it, he's a playboy; if he doesn't get it, he's a never-do-well; if he doesn't try to get it, he lacks ambition. If he gets it without working for it; he's a parasite; and if he accumulates it after a life time of hard work, people call him a fool who never got anything out of life.

If a man is after money, he's money mad; if he keeps it, he'

Summary

This quote highlights the contradictory expectations placed on individuals regarding their pursuit, acquisition, and handling of money. It reflects how society often labels and judges individuals based on their stance towards wealth. The quote suggests that regardless of how one approaches money, there will always be varying perceptions and judgments cast upon them. It portrays the challenges and criticisms faced by different individuals in relation to wealth, emphasizing the complex and often conflicting attitudes towards money prevalent in society.

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By Vic Oliver

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