The rich become richer and the poor become poorer is a cry heard throughout the whole civilized world.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Wealth inequality is a universal complaint in civilized nations.
- In plain terms
- Rich people get richer and poor people get poorer everywhere.
- What can you take from it?
- Economic inequality is a widespread social issue.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you view wealth gaps?
- What causes inequality?
Another view
It states the problem without offering a solution.
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