let them eat cake
The phrase "let them eat cake" is a quote attributed to the French Queen Marie Antoinette, though its accuracy is debated. It suggests a callous and out-of-touch attitude towards the suffering of others. The phrase is often used to illustrate an individual's lack of empathy or understanding of the reality faced by those less fortunate.
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