Very much in agreement. It's the reason successful states have good social security, which provide opportunities. Can't cultivate an Einstein if he can't choose to learn Physics over Farming.
The scientists we learn about in textbooks almost always come from wealthy backgrounds, as it gives them the opportunity to remove themselves from the mundanity of day to day life.
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Very much in agreement. It's the reason successful states have good social security, which provide opportunities. Can't cultivate an Einstein if he can't choose to learn Physics over Farming.
The scientists we learn about in textbooks almost always come from wealthy backgrounds, as it gives them the opportunity to remove themselves from the mundanity of day to day life.