Quote by Edith Wharton

There is too much sour grapes for my taste in the present American attitude. The time to denounce the bankers was when we were all feeding off their gold plate; not now! At present they have not only my sympathy but my preference. They are the last representatives of our native industries.

There is too much sour grapes for my taste in the present Am

Summary

This quote suggests that there is an excessive amount of resentment towards bankers in contemporary American society. The speaker argues that instead of criticizing them now, people should have spoken out against them when they were benefiting from their wealth and success. The speaker expresses sympathy and support for bankers, viewing them as integral to the country's economy and as the final remnants of its indigenous industries.

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Banks / Banking

By Edith Wharton

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