That's the public-school system all over. They may kick you out, but they never let you down.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The public school system is portrayed as both exclusionary and supportive.
- In plain terms
- Public schools can kick you out but will still support you.
- What can you take from it?
- Institutions can be tough but supportive.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is loyalty enforced by institutions?
- Does support justify exclusion?
Another view
It glosses over the harshness of exclusion.
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