Quote by Carter Burwell

Death is always around the corner, but often our society gives it inordinate help.

Death is always around the corner, but often our society giv

Summary

This quote suggests that death is an inevitable part of life, always looming nearby. However, the quote also implies that society often contributes to the hastening of death in excessive ways. It critiques how society may prioritize certain factors or actions that bring about death more readily, possibly referring to issues like violence, negligence, unhealthy habits, or lack of support for certain demographics. In essence, this quote highlights the presence of death as a natural occurrence while commenting on societal influences that can increase its occurrence.

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By Carter Burwell

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