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Anton Chekhov

The wealthy are always surrounded by hangers-on science and art are as well.

Art

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People with money often attract people who want to benefit from their wealth, just as science and art draw those who seek to gain from their prestige or success. In both cases, the presence of followers or dependents is a natural consequence of influence and value.

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