To the indefinite, uncertain mind of the American radical the most contradictory ideas and methods are possible. The result is a sad chaos in the radical movement, a sort of intellectual hash, which has neither taste nor character.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Goldman states that American radicals hold contradictory ideas, leading to chaos and a lack of character in the movement.
- In plain terms
- Contradictory ideas make the radical movement chaotic.
- What can you take from it?
- Unify ideas to strengthen movements.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does diversity hurt or help movements?
- What makes a movement strong?
Another view
Diverse ideas can also be a strength.
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