Quote by Alexis de Tocqueville
As one digs deeper into the national character of the Americans, one sees that they have sought the value of everything in this world only in the answer to this single question: how much money will it bring in?
Summary
This quote suggests that when examining the nature of Americans, the author observes a prevailing tendency to primarily evaluate the worth of things based on their monetary value. The quote implies that money and financial gain hold considerable importance in American society, overshadowing other potential qualities or merits that could be considered valuable. It implies that there is a widespread prioritization of financial gain over other aspects when assessing the significance or worth of various aspects of life or objects.
Topics
Profit
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