Shaq is rich. The white man who signs his check : is wealthy. 'Ah, here you go, Shaq. Go buy yourself a bouncing car. Bling, bling!'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Rock notes that wealth is often controlled by those signing the checks.
- In plain terms
- He jokes that rich celebrities depend on white executives for money.
- What can you take from it?
- Financial power often lies beyond the visible star.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who really controls wealth?
- How does power work?
Another view
It simplifies complex economic relationships.
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