How can you tell if someone is kind? Ask how rich they are.

10/29/2016

This opinion piece from The Washington Post discusses the relationship between wealth and kindness. The author argues that in today's society, wealth is often equated with success and power, while kindness is viewed as a lesser virtue. However, the author suggests that a person's wealth does not necessarily correlate with their kindness. Through examples and anecdotes, the article explores how acts of kindness can be found in individuals across all socioeconomic backgrounds. The author challenges the assumption that being rich automatically makes someone unkind, emphasizing the importance of looking beyond wealth when evaluating a person's character.

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