Quote by Anatole France

The poor have to labour in the face of the majestic equality of the law, which forbids the rich as well as the poor to sleep under bridges, to beg in the streets, and to steal bread.

The poor have to labour in the face of the majestic equality

Summary

This quote, often attributed to French writer Anatole France, highlights the irony of equality under the law. While the law applies to both the rich and the poor, it fails to acknowledge the stark socio-economic disparities that hinder equal opportunities. The poor have no choice but to toil, while the rich enjoy privileges and resources that allow them to avoid dire circumstances. It emphasizes how the law may treat everyone equally in theory, but fails to address the inherent injustice and unequal distribution of resources that perpetuate the struggles of the less fortunate.

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By Anatole France

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