Quote by H. L. Mencken

Alimony -- the ransom that the happy pay to the devil.

Alimony -- the ransom that the happy pay to the devil.

Summary

This quote suggests that alimony, which is the financial support that one spouse may be required to provide to the other after a divorce or separation, is like a ransom payment made by those who were once happy in their marriage. It implies that alimony serves as a financial burden or penalty imposed on individuals who were once content in their relationship but are now forced to pay a steep price to secure their freedom.

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Divorce

By H. L. Mencken

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