Education, then, beyond all other devices of human origin, is a great equalizer of conditions of men -the balance wheel of the social machinery... It does better than to disarm the poor of their hostility toward the rich; it prevents being poor.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Education equalizes society and prevents poverty by creating opportunity.
- In plain terms
- School helps everyone have a fair chance and avoids being poor.
- What can you take from it?
- Support education to create a fair society.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does education impact your community?
- Is education the key to equality?
Another view
Education alone cannot solve all economic issues.
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