“Under the rules of a society that cannot distinguish between profit and profiteering, between money defined as necessity and money defined as luxury, murder is occasionally obligatory and always permissible.”
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Money and Class in America: Notes and Observations on the Civil Religion
This book delves into the complex relationship between money and class in America, analyzing how economic status shapes societal norms and values. It examines the role of civil religion in reinforcing class divisions and the impact of wealth on American culture and politics. more
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Lewis H. Lapham
Lewis H. Lapham is an American writer born on January 8, 1935. He is known for his distinctive literary style and profound insights into American society and politics. more
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