We have become 99 percent money mad
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We have become 99 percent money mad.
The method of living at home modestly and within our income,
laying a little by systematically for the proverbial rainy day which is due to come,
can almost be listed among the lost arts.
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Meaning
This quote means society has become overly obsessed with money and has forgotten modest living, saving, and financial discipline. Simplicity is treated like a lost skill.
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George Washington Carver
George Washington Carver was an American agricultural scientist and inventor known for promoting sustainable farming and crop rotation. His quotes often reflect innovation, perseverance, and the importance of education. Carver inspires scientists, educators, and inventors to pursue knowledge, creativity, and practical solutions for societal benefit.
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