Quote by Oscar Wilde

In going to America one learns that poverty is not a necessary accompaniment to civilization.

In going to America one learns that poverty is not a necessa

Summary

This quote implies that there is a common belief or assumption that poverty is an inherent aspect of civilization. However, the statement suggests that this is a misconception, asserting that in America, one can observe that poverty does not necessarily exist within a civilized society. It proposes that civilized societies can prosper without the burden of poverty.

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By Oscar Wilde

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