Everybody should be interested in access to primary and secondary education for everybody.
Interpretation
Education is a fundamental right that everyone should have access to, regardless of their background.
Paul Farmer emphasizes the importance of ensuring that both primary and secondary education is accessible to all individuals. He highlights the belief that education is not just a privilege for a few, but a fundamental right that can empower individuals and uplift communities. Access to education is vital for personal and societal growth, making it a shared responsibility to advocate for and support educational opportunities for everyone.
In practice
In a speech advocating for educational reform, a speaker might quote Paul Farmer to emphasize the need for equitable access to schools.
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