The President of the United States should strive to be always mindful of the fact that he serves his party best who serves his country best.
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It is a government by the corporations, for the corporations.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that the government operates primarily to serve corporate interests rather than the public good.
Rutherford B. Hayes's quote emphasizes the influence and control that corporations exert over government policies and actions. It reflects a deep concern regarding the prioritization of corporate interests over the welfare of the general populace, implying that decisions made at the governmental level are often skewed in favor of business entities rather than the citizens they are meant to serve.
Themes
GovernmentCorporationsPowerPoliticsInfluence
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion on corporate lobbying, one could reference this quote to illustrate how corporate interests dominate politics.
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