People who get involved with the success of something have to be given at least some share of that success.
Meaning of the quote
If people work hard to help something become successful, they should also get to enjoy some of the rewards from that success. The quote means that those who contribute to a successful outcome deserve to share in the benefits, not just the people at the top. When many people work together to achieve something great, everyone who put in the effort should get a fair portion of the final success.
About Michael Ironside
Michael Ironside is a renowned Canadian actor known for playing villains and antiheroes in action and science fiction films. He has over 270 film and television credits and is best known for his roles in Scanners, Top Gun, Total Recall, and Starship Troopers. His deep, distinctive voice has also been featured in various video games and animated shows.
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