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Reply #36: I didn't see it that way, so I wasn't bothered. [View All]

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MedicalAdmin

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Tue Aug-24-10 09:55 AM
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36. I didn't see it that way, so I wasn't bothered.

My interpretation of that is that those who have should, in a democratic and just society, feel obligated to assist those of lesser means.

On the other hand this is just another way of saying Nobles Oblige, so I guess it could be interpreted as "looking down his nose."

On the other hand given the overall tone of the article, it seems unlikely that the less charitable interpretation is in keeping with his beliefs.

Hey! I have 3 hands.

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