Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith

Money differs from an automobile or mistress in being equally important to those who have it and those who do not.

Money differs from an automobile or mistress in being equall

Summary

This quote suggests that money holds a universal level of importance, regardless of whether one possesses it or not. In contrast to possessions like an automobile or a mistress, which have significance primarily to those who possess them, money is relevant to both the haves and the have-nots. It implies that money has a significant impact on the lives and well-being of all individuals, whether they are wealthy or impoverished.

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By John Kenneth Galbraith

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