Quote by Lionel Trilling

We who are liberal and progressive know that the poor are our equals in every sense except that of being equal to us.

We who are liberal and progressive know that the poor are ou

Summary

This quote suggests that those who are liberal and progressive acknowledge the equal worth of the poor, but recognizes that they are not on par with them in terms of societal influence or privilege. It implies a recognition of inequality and a call to address it.

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Equality

By Lionel Trilling

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