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New York City is a great monument to the power of money and greed... a race for rent
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"New York City is a great monument to the power of money and greed... a race for rent"

- Frank Lloyd Wright

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Frank Lloyd Wright's quote about New York City speaks to the city's history of being a hub of commerce and industry. It is a place where cash and greed have actually been the driving forces behind its development and advancement. The quote suggests that the city is a monolith to the power of cash and greed, as people complete for the minimal resources of rent and area. This competition has resulted in the city's fast development and development, in addition to its renowned skyline. The quote likewise speaks to the city's variety, as people from all walks of life concerned New York City searching for opportunity and success. The quote is a tip of the power of money and greed, and how it can form a city and its individuals.

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Frank Lloyd Wright This quote is written / told by Frank Lloyd Wright between June 8, 1867 and April 9, 1959. He was a famous Architect from USA. The author also have 53 other quotes.

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