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Confucius

"To be wealthy and honored in an unjust society is a disgrace."

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Material success in a corrupt environment comes at the cost of integrity. This powerful statement challenges us to consider the ethical implications of our accomplishments. Is our success contributing to societal good, or are we inadvertently endorsing injustice?

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