Quote by Hector Hugh Munro

No one has ever said it, but how painfully true it is that the poor have us always with them.

No one has ever said it, but how painfully true it is that t

Summary

This quote highlights the unfortunate reality that poverty is a prevailing and persistent issue in society. It reflects on the fact that poverty is often overlooked or dismissed by those in privileged positions. "The poor have us always with them" suggests that despite efforts to address poverty, it continues to exist and affect individuals within our communities. The quote serves as a reminder to acknowledge and address this pervasive problem instead of ignoring or neglecting it.

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By Hector Hugh Munro

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