Because we live in a dog-eat-dog society, many people staunchly believe that in order to suceed, whether in business or personal life, one must abide by unethical behavior and repudiate moral means to sucess. However, success and ethical behavior ultimately comes hand in hand and coexists.This concept is evident in Ayn Rand's philosophical novel The Fountainhead and in Grant's postbellum presidential administration.

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