Quote by Simon Mainwaring

And if you look at the reality in the United States, where you have more than 40 million people below the poverty line and 42 million on food stamps, and then you look at poverty around the world, clearly the way we're running the engine of capitalism is not serving us well.

And if you look at the reality in the United States, where y

Summary

This quote highlights a critique of the current capitalist system, specifically in the United States. It draws attention to the high poverty levels in the country, with over 40 million people below the poverty line and 42 million relying on food stamps. The speaker suggests that this is indicative of a broader issue, implying that the way capitalism operates is not effectively benefiting society. The quote prompts reflection on the limitations of the current economic model and the need to address social inequalities both within the United States and globally.

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