The men of culture are the true apostles of equality.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Men of culture are seen as champions of equality.
- In plain terms
- People of culture support equality.
- What can you take from it?
- Culture supports equality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does education always lead to equality?
- How does culture affect society?
Another view
It assumes culture always leads to equal outcomes.
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