Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Do not tell me of my obligation to put all poor men in good situations. Are they my poor? I tell thee, thou foolish philanthropist, that I grudge the dollar, the dime, the cent, I give to such men as do not belong to me and to whom I do not belong.

Do not tell me of my obligation to put all poor men in good

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their refusal to see themselves responsible for improving the lives of all impoverished individuals. They question the notion of obligation, rejecting the idea that they are obliged to assist every poor person. The speaker even expresses resentment towards giving any amount of money to those they do not consider as belonging to them or being a part of their community. The statement suggests a limited sense of philanthropy and highlights the speaker's preference for serving only those they perceive as their own.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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