I hate banks. They do nothing positive for anybody except take care of themselves. They're first in with their fees and first out when there's trouble.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Banks prioritize their own gains and fees over benefiting customers or society.
- In plain terms
- Banks take care of themselves first.
- What can you take from it?
- Financial institutions often serve owners not users.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is banking profit justified by service?
Another view
Banks also provide essential stability and credit.
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