Quote by Daniel Patrick Moynihan

The central conservative truth is that it is culture, not politics, that determines the success of a society. The central liberal truth is that politics can change a culture and save it from itself.

The central conservative truth is that it is culture, not po

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This quote suggests that conservatives believe a society's success is primarily influenced by its culture rather than its politics. They emphasize the importance of preserving and upholding cultural values and traditions. On the other hand, liberals believe that politics can play a significant role in shaping and transforming a society's culture. They believe in using political action to bring about positive changes and rescue a culture from destructive or harmful norms. Overall, this quote reflects the differing perspectives on the relationship between culture and politics held by conservatives and liberals.

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