Would you produce, create and bring value to the world if it weren't for money? Or would you veg out? The necessity of money keeps people relevant and active. The paradox is that people who stay relevant and active make money.

Richie Norton
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This quote by Benjamin Franklin is an affirmation that, while money is good, it doesn't make human potential worthless. While money may take away the need to work, there's no reason that you can't produce and create and bring value to the world if it weren't for money.

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