I just wish people wouldn't quote Lincoln or the Bible, or hang out the flag or the cross, to cover up something that belongs more to the bank-book and the three golden balls.
In Sinclair Lewis's book 'Gdden', the narrator expresses a desire for people to avoid using quotes from significant figures like Lincoln or biblical references as a facade. He points out that these historical and religious symbols are often used to mask more materialistic motivations that are tied to wealth and financial interests.
This statement reflects a concern about the misuse of noble ideals to distract from the underlying realities of greed...