I am perfectly innocent, since I lost my money, since I lost all of my own money for a good cause. My motives were pure. I wanted nothing for myself. I’ve never sought anything for myself. Miss Taggart, I can proudly say that in all my life I have never made a profit!”

Her voice was quiet, steady, and solemn:

“Mr. Lawson, I think I should let you know that of all the statements a man can make, that is the one I consider the most despicable.”

Atlas Shrugged
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