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A country so rich that it can send people to the moon still has hundreds of thousands of its citizens who cant read. Tha
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"A country so rich that it can send people to the moon still has hundreds of thousands of its citizens who can't read. That's terribly troubling to me"

- Charles Kuralt

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This quote by Charles Kuralt speaks with the inequality that exists in our society. Despite the extraordinary wealth and technological advances of our nation, there are still numerous countless citizens who can not check out. This is a stark suggestion of the variations that exist between the haves and the have-nots. It is an uncomfortable idea that in a nation so sophisticated, a lot of individuals are not able to access the fundamental skills needed to prosper. It is a call to action to ensure that all citizens have access to the same opportunities and resources. We must strive to develop a society where everybody has the same possibility to prosper, despite their background or financial status. Only then can we truly call ourselves a terrific country.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Charles Kuralt between September 10, 1934 and July 4, 1997. He/she was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 40 other quotes.

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