Quote by Albert Camus

There is only one class of men, the privileged class

There is only one class of men, the privileged class

Summary

This quote suggests that society is structured in a way that creates a single group of individuals who hold all the privileges and power. It implies the existence of an exclusive elite who enjoy the benefits of their favored position while others are left at a disadvantage. This view asserts that there is no equality or fair distribution of opportunities among different social groups, reinforcing the existence of systemic inequality and social stratification.

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Class Mankind Privilege

By Albert Camus

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