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Poverty Quotes in The Selection

How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #10

"[A]round the new year, there will be public assistance for food in every Province Services Office. Any Five, Six, Seven, or Eight may go there anytime for a free, nutritious meal." (18.93)

After his conversation with America, Maxon's eyes are opened to the suffering of his people. To that end, he starts an ambitious new program that seeks to push back against poverty by providing free meals to the lower castes. It's a great idea, and he deserves all the props in the world for it. Still, it won't be enough on its own—it has to be just the beginning.