Quote by Ann Romney

I am the granddaughter of a Welsh coal miner who was determined that his kids get out of the mines. My dad got his first job when he was six years old, in a little village in Wales called Nantyffyllon, cleaning bottles at the Colliers Arms.

I am the granddaughter of a Welsh coal miner who was determi

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This quote highlights the generational struggle for upward mobility. The speaker shares her personal connection as the granddaughter of a Welsh coal miner who strived to provide a better future for his children. It showcases the dedication and determination of her father, who started working at a very young age to contribute to the family income. The quote encapsulates the hardships faced by working-class families and symbolizes the pursuit of opportunity and a better life for future generations.

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