Pardon my thug poetry, but suckers is born everyday/and fear of man grow on trees
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker apologizes humorously for his style of expression while noting that foolish people are common and fear is widespread. He suggests that genuine strength or intelligence is rare.
- In plain terms
- Sorry for my rough poetry, but fools and cowards are everywhere.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize that foolishness and fear are common traits in society.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why is fear so common in society?
- How do you handle those who lack integrity?
Another view
Generalizing people as born suckers ignores individual growth.
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