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The first thing a man will do for his ideals is lie.

— Joseph Schumpeter

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In economic life competition is never completely lacking, but hardly ever is it perfect.

Economists have never allowed their analysis to be influenced by psychologists of their time, but have always framed for themselves such assumptions about psychical processes as they have thought it desirable to make.

History of Economic Analysis (1945)

This civilization is rapidly passing away, however. Let us rejoice or else lament the fact as much as everyone of us likes; but do not let us shut our eyes to it.

The March into Socialism (1949)

The swarm-like appearance of new combinations easily and necessarily explains the fundamental features of periods of boom.

The Theory of Economic Development (1934)

Gentlemen, you are worried about the depression[sic]. You should not be. For capitalism, a depression is a good, cold douche.

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You have to start with the truth. The truth is the only way that we can get anywhere. Because any decision-making that is based upon lies or ignorance can't lead to a good conclusion.

Julian Assange

False words are not only evil in themselves, but they infect the soul with evil.

Socrates

It is better to be poor and walk in integrity than to be stupid and speak lies.

Solomon

Who dares think one thing, and another tell,
My heart detests him as the gates of hell.

Homer Iliad (-750)

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