Quote by Marian Wright Edelman

We do not have a money problem in America. We have a values and priorities problem.

We do not have a money problem in America. We have a values

Summary

This quote suggests that the issue in America is not a lack of financial resources, but rather a lack of prioritizing and valuing certain things. It implies that the root cause of societal problems arises from misguided focus and mindset, rather than a lack of wealth. The quote may be criticizing the misalignment of values and priorities, highlighting the need to reassess what is truly important in society and focus efforts accordingly.

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