Jay Gould

Financier

Jay Gould was a leading American railroad developer and speculator who became one of the most ruthless and controversial robber barons of the Gilded Age. His business practices, particularly in manipulating stock prices and controlling major railway lines, made him both incredibly wealthy and widely reviled. Gould was notoriously involved in the 'Black Friday' gold panic of 1869, an attempt to corner the gold market that had disastrous consequences for the national economy. Despite his reputation, he was a skilled financier whose actions significantly shaped the landscape of American industry and finance during the late 19th century.

May 27, 1836 - Dec 02, 1892 American 8 Quotes

Quotes by Jay Gould

“I can hire one half of the working class to kill the other half.”
 — Jay Gould
class warfare cynicism power
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“In a Republican district, I was a Republican; in a Democratic district I was a Democrat; in a doubtful district I was doubtful; but I was always for Erie.”
 — Jay Gould
business opportunism politics
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“I had no partners. I was the creature of circumstances.”
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fate individualism responsibility
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“I should not have done anything wrong, and I don't think I have; and there are a great many things I have done which I am proud of.”
 — Jay Gould
morality pride self-justification
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“I never notice my misfortunes; I am too busy.”
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adversity focus resilience
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“I have been a constructor, and I have been a destroyer.”
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business duality legacy
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“I had the inclination to make money.”
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ambition motivation wealth
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“My son, I am not in the habit of letting people get the better of me.”
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competition control power
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