The most important of all revolutions... a revolution in sentiments, manners and moral opinions.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The most significant changes happen in how people feel and think morally, not just in laws. Societies change when values shift.
- In plain terms
- Real change starts with shifts in feelings and morals.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on cultural change, not just policy.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do values change?
- Is culture more important than law?
Another view
Structural changes are also needed for lasting impact.
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