Quote by Abraham Lincoln

He who molds the public sentiment... makes statutes and decisions possible or impossible to make.

He who molds the public sentiment... makes statutes and deci

Summary

This quote suggests that the manipulation and influence over public opinion plays a crucial role in shaping the laws and decisions that are made in a society. The individual or group who can successfully shape public sentiment holds the power to determine what is feasible or unattainable when it comes to legislations and policy-making. It highlights the importance of public perception and the ability to sway public opinion in order to achieve certain outcomes or block others.

By Abraham Lincoln

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