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Originally Posted by ephemeris
I read somewhere that Kiyosaki has a habit of either telling lies or over-exaggerating. Rich Dad, Poor Dad not being an exception. I'm not much of a reader so I've not read it, however said chapter 1 anecdote sounds fable-like.
It sort of reminds me of Donald Trump. The self-titled self-made billionaire who received a "small loan" of $14 million in 1975 from his father, millionaire property magnate Fred Trump. I think the "loan" is still outstanding today, which basically made it free. This is one of many "loans" he received, including $3.5 million in casino chips Fred made to help his sons failing casino pay the rent, later being called out as illegal!
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I was intrigued by the opening chapter. And although I wasn't so harsh as yourself and Kowalski about it, I am of course pretty sure that some of it was written for the purpose of a good story... I mean, he was what 9 years old I think? He "quoted" very many, and some lengthy anecdotes, phrases and conversations in that chapter. I highly doubt that when he wrote that book 50 years later he could remember all that stuff word for word.
Having said that, I haven't actually read any more of that book yet. Just the first chapter but at least when I do I can pick up where I left off easily.
As for Trump, I remember that clip clearly about the
small loan from his dad. Except it was
only 1 million, not 14.
I know, the poor fuck only got a $1 million loan. Tragic.
NOTE: From what I hear though, or the odd tweet I see, Trump is apparently doing something good, or Americans are happy with him, or something? I wouldn't know anything as I don't follow politics or the international news.