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Even those who have immense earthly possessions, show their consciousness of inferiority by courting the great in other fields of acquirement.
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Victoria C. Woodhull
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Editor's note · Context
Woodhull suggests that those with material wealth often seek validation from intellectuals and great thinkers.
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