But a much bigger problem is the sense of despair and exclusion that makes going to school or seeking work seem a hopeless waste of time.

但是更为严重的问题是吉普赛人的绝望情绪和不被社会接受的现状，这使得入学或者找工作对他们而言变成了纯粹的浪费时间。

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Why waste time and energy on something so hopeless.

干吗在这种毫无希望的事情上浪费时间和精力。

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Apparently, helping kids and seniors get needed healthcare is a shameful waste of taxpayer money while paying lawyers big money to pursue hopeless cases that only serve to further political careers is both noble and enlightening.

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