No system survives that isn’t open to change. A generation that was hardly even born in the 20th century should feel no allegiance to its biggest mistakes.

Feb 15, 2021 · 3:51 PM UTC

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Then why are there "conservatives?"
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High-minded conservatism means conserving those things that are eternally true. It has an important role in the thesis-antithesis that brings about a new synthesis.
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A positive change you meant, I believe.
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“Well it’s been 40 years. I think the jury is in. Trickle Down Economics has not only not lifted all boats. It has left millions of people without even a life vest.” Marianne Williamson
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This is the first generation of young people more authoritarian than their parents lol
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So true... people too
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Wouldn't that apply to reparations?
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What about the people (present company included) who fail to recognize its greatest strengths & triumphs? 🤔
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But they should be punished for the mistakes of the 19th century right?
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In order to move beyond the mistakes of the 20th century ... ours and their generations ... need to be awake enough ... and strong enough ... to be able to say NO ... to hate ... and ... YES ... to Love!