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Were not murderers. Were just businessmen who take advantage of opportunities
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"We're not murderers. We're just businessmen who take advantage of opportunities"

- Meyer Lansky

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Meyer Lansky's quote is a reflection of the moral uncertainty of the mob. He is suggesting that those associated with criminal activities are not always bad people, but rather individuals who are just benefiting from opportunities that are available to them. This indicates that the criminal activities are not necessarily wrong, however rather a way to an end. It also indicates that those associated with the mob are not always wicked, but rather people who are just trying to make a living. This quote is a tip that the line in between ideal and wrong is often blurred, which it is necessary to think about the context of a scenario prior to making a judgement. Eventually, Lansky's quote is a reminder that it is essential to think critically and consider all viewpoints before making a judgement.

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Meyer Lansky This quote is written / told by Meyer Lansky between July 4, 1902 and January 15, 1983. He was a famous Criminal from USA. The author also have 9 other quotes.

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