Quote by Ryszard Kapuscinski

Money changes all the iron rules into rubber bands.

Money changes all the iron rules into rubber bands.

Summary

This quote suggests that money has the power to manipulate and soften strict rules and principles. It implies that wealth can bend or even disregard established norms and regulations, allowing those who possess it to have more flexibility and influence in various aspects of life. The metaphor of iron rules turning into rubber bands highlights the malleable nature of money, which can stretch and reshape the boundaries that govern society. Overall, the quote remarks on the transformative, almost magical, impact that money can have on rules and regulations.

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By Ryszard Kapuscinski

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