Quote by Raoul Vaneigem

Purchasing power is a license to purchase power.


Purchasing power is a license to purchase power.

Summary

This quote implies that having purchasing power gives individuals the ability to acquire power or influence. It suggests that access to resources and the ability to make financial transactions can grant individuals leverage and control over various aspects of life. By having the means to make purchases, individuals can negotiate and shape outcomes, thereby establishing a form of power for themselves.

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By Raoul Vaneigem
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