Quote by John Stuart Mill

A great statesman is he who knows when to depart from traditions, as well as when to adhere to them.

A great statesman is he who knows when to depart from tradit

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of balance and adaptability in leadership. A truly exceptional statesman is not rigidly bound to traditions but possesses the wisdom and discernment to recognize when traditions need to be challenged or abandoned for the benefit of progress and growth. However, they also understand the value of preserving certain aspects of tradition that hold underlying wisdom or stability. It emphasizes the idea that effective leadership requires the ability to navigate between innovation and preservation, guiding societies through necessary transformations while respecting the values and foundations that shape them.

By John Stuart Mill

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