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“When you’re a conservative Republican, you never think people are making money by ripping other people off,” he said. His mind was now fully open to the possibility. “I now realized there was an entire industry, called consumer finance, that basically existed to rip people off.”

Quote by Michael Lewis

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The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine

The book delves into the intricate details of the financial crisis, providing an in-depth look at how a group of investors foresaw and profited from the impending disaster. It examines the role of Wall Street, the government, and the housing market in the lead-up to the crisis, offering a critical analysis of the events that led to the global economic downturn. more

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Michael Lewis
Michael Lewis

Michael Lewis, born on October 15, 1960, is a renowned American author. His works are known for their in-depth investigations and revelations of the truths in the financial, business, and sports worlds. more

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