We who are liberal and progressive know that the poor are our equals in every sense except that of being equal to us.
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"We who are liberal and progressive know that the poor are our equals in every sense except that of being equal to us." — Lionel Trilling
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We who are liberal and progressive know that the poor are our equals in every sense except that of being equal to us. — Lionel Trilling
About Lionel Trilling
Lionel Trilling was a Critic from United States (1905–1975).
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This quote is attributed to Lionel Trilling, a Critic from United States.
When did Lionel Trilling live?
Lionel Trilling lived from 1905 – 1975.