Every time you stop a school, you will have to build a jail. What you gain at one end you lose at the other. It's like feeding a dog on his own tail. It won't fatten the dog.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of investing in education rather than punishment. If schools are neglected or shut down, the lack of education may lead to an increase in crime rates and the need for more jails. The analogy of feeding a dog on its own tail highlights the futility of such an approach - addressing the symptoms rather than the root cause achieves nothing positive. To truly make progress, we must prioritize education and provide opportunities for personal and societal growth.

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