I am all for trying to teach household finance in schools, starting as early as possible. And when it comes to high school, I think learning about compound interest is at least as important as trigonometry or memorizing the names of all 50 state capitals.
Copy QuoteIt is well enough that people of the nation do not understand our banking and monetary system, for if they did, I believe there would be a revolution before tomorrow morning.
Copy Quote View & ShareOur incomes are like our shoes; if too small, they gall and pinch us; but if too large, they cause us to stumble and to trip.
Copy Quote View & ShareUnder capitalism, man exploits man. Under communism, it's just the opposite.
Copy Quote View & ShareThe way to become rich is to put all your eggs in one basket and then watch that basket.
Copy Quote View & ShareAs sure as the spring will follow the winter, prosperity and economic growth will follow recession.
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