Quote by Walter Lippmann

Social movements are at once the symptoms and the instruments of progress. Ignore them and statesmanship is irrelevant; fail to use them and it is weak.

Social movements are at once the symptoms and the instrument

Summary

This quote suggests that social movements are both a reflection of societal progress and the tools that drive it forward. It implies that if political leaders choose to ignore these movements, their actions and decisions become irrelevant. On the other hand, if leaders fail to effectively utilize these movements to implement meaningful change, they appear weak in their governance. In essence, the quote highlights the crucial role of social movements in shaping and advancing progress, and emphasizes their significance in effective statesmanship.

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