We have preachers and savants who dilate endlessly on the sanctity of family and childhood but who tolerate a system in which a casual observer can correlate a child's social origin with its physical well-being.

Summary

This quote highlights the hypocrisy within society, pointing out those who advocate for the sanctity of family and childhood, yet fail to address the glaring inequality that exists. The quote suggests a disconnect between preaching about the importance of family and childhood, and the acceptance of a social system where a child's social status directly impacts their physical welfare. It criticizes the lack of action to rectify this correlation between one's background and their overall well-being, calling attention to the contradictions and insincerity of those who claim to prioritize the sanctity of family and childhood.

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