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In europe the rich are refined enough to act as if they're not wealthy. that is how civilized people behave. if you ask me, being cultured and civilized is not about everyone being free and equal; it's about everyone being refined enough to act as if they were. then no one has to feel guilty.
-Orhan Pamuk
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In Europe The Rich Are Refined Enough

Orhan Pamuk
In europe the rich are refined enough to act as if they're not wealthy. that is how civilized people behave. if you ask me, being cultured and civilized is not about everyone being free and equal; it's about everyone being refined enough to act as if they were. then no one has to feel guilty.
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