Seeing ourselves as others see us would probably confirm our worst suspicions about them.
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There are plenty of good five-cent cigars in the country. The trouble is they cost a quarter. What this country needs is a good five-cent nickel.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote humorously critiques the disparity between the perceived value and actual cost of goods.
Franklin P. Adams uses humor to highlight the irony in consumer society, suggesting that while there appears to be plenty of affordable options (like five-cent cigars), their actual prices are much higher, making them less accessible. The call for a 'good five-cent nickel' symbolizes a desire for genuine value and affordability in a market where everything seems overpriced.
Themes
CigarValueCostHumorAffordability
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a conversation about the rising costs of everyday items at a community meeting.
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