"Television preachers extract money from the poor to live in a style and to indulge in shameful acts which equal or outdo the worst of the Renaissance Popes"
- J. Irwin Miller
About this Quote
This quote is a criticism of television preachers, suggesting that they are taking advantage of the poor to live an elegant way of life and to participate in immoral activities. Miller is comparing these preachers to the Popes of the Renaissance period, who were known for their luxurious lifestyles and outrageous habits. Miller indicates that the tv preachers are no much better than the Popes, and are making use of the susceptible to improve themselves. This quote is an alerting to those who are considering contributing to these preachers, as it recommends that their cash might not be going to an excellent cause. It is likewise a call to action for those in power to do something about it versus these preachers and guarantee that the bad are not taken advantage of.
"Did you know that nearly one in three children live apart from their biological dads? Those kids are two to three times more likely to grow up in poverty, to suffer in school, and to have health and behavioral problems"
"Given the choice, children who don't want for anything will not save... We have an obligation as parents to give our children what they need. What they want we can give them as a special gift, or they can save their money for it"
