Quote by Lillian Hellman

You lose your manners when you're poor.

You lose your manners when you're poor.

Summary

This quote suggests that being poor can lead to a loss of manners or proper behavior. It implies that financial hardships may cause individuals to neglect etiquettes and social norms, as they may prioritize survival or struggle to maintain a certain image of themselves. It highlights how poverty can have adverse effects on one's demeanor and interactions, potentially causing them to act in ways that are perceived as impolite or uncivilized.

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Poverty

By Lillian Hellman

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