Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

I really wonder what gives us the right to wreck this poor planet of ours.

I really wonder what gives us the right to wreck this poor p

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's contemplation about humanity's justification for causing harm to the Earth. It highlights the speaker's concern and disbelief towards the actions that degrade the planet. With an air of introspection, the quote questions the entitlement behind our destructive behavior, prompting us to reconsider our responsibility and ethical duty to nurture and protect the environment instead.

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By Kurt Vonnegut

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