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“We inherited a strong and flourishing country, and instead of making the investments - that is, the sacrifices - to maintain it, we chose to suck it dry and stick our children with the bill. If you want to see who is to blame for student debt, just look in the mirror. And if parents find themselves supporting kids beyond their college years, that is only, in the aggregate, a form of compensatory justice: the intergenerational transfer of wealth that should have been effected through taxation.”

Quote by William Deresiewicz

Book:Excellent Sheep: The Miseducation of the American Elite and the Way to a Meaningful Life
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Excellent Sheep: The Miseducation of the American Elite and the Way to a Meaningful Life

This book delves into the challenges faced by the American educational system, particularly within elite institutions, and explores the consequences of this education on the individuals and society. It provides a critical analysis of the pressures and expectations placed on students and offers alternative perspectives on what constitutes a meaningful life. more

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William Deresiewicz
William Deresiewicz

William Deresiewicz, born in 1964, is a renowned American author. His works span across various fields including literary criticism, social commentary, and philosophical thought, known for their profound insights and unique style. more

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