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> In a sordid slime harmonious Greed was born in yonder ditch,
With a longing in his bosom—and for others' goods an itch.
As Christ died to make men holy, let men die to make us rich—
Our god is marching on.

#GreedIsGood was a fashion statement before Reagan's day and Hollywood movies.. #TwainOnGreed downdates globalization..

> The footnote in the lyrics contained the following text:
> "* NOTE: In Manila the Government has placed a certain industry under the protection of our flag. (M.T.)"