Mankind is divided into rich and poor, into property owners and exploited; and to abstract oneself from this fundamental division ;and from the antagonism between poor and rich means abstracting oneself from fundamental facts.

Summary

This quote suggests that society is inherently divided between the rich and the poor, the privileged property owners, and the exploited individuals. It argues that ignoring this fundamental division and the tension between the rich and poor means disconnecting oneself from the undeniable truth of social inequality. The quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing and confronting these socio-economic disparities as an essential part of understanding and addressing societal issues.

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