Quote by John Maynard Keynes

The disruptive powers of excessive national fecundity may have played a greater part in bursting the bonds of convention than either the power of ideas or the errors of autocracy.

The disruptive powers of excessive national fecundity may ha

Summary

This quote suggests that an excessive population growth within a nation may have had a more significant impact in breaking traditional norms and conventions than the power of innovative ideas or the mistakes made by autocratic leaders. It implies that the challenges posed by a rapidly growing population can lead to disruptions that push societies to question and eschew long-standing customs and beliefs. Ultimately, this quote highlights the potential influence of demographic changes, hinting that the sheer force of burgeoning populations can shape societies and provoke change.

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