Quote by Sir Winston Churchill

Any 20 year-old who isn't a liberal doesn't have a heart, and any 40 year-old who isn't a conservative doesn't have a brain.

Any 20 year-old who isn't a liberal doesn't have a heart, an

Summary

This quote is often attributed to former French Prime Minister FranÃ§ois Guizot. It suggests that younger individuals tend to have a more idealistic, compassionate outlook and therefore tend to identify with liberal or progressive beliefs. As individuals mature and gain more life experience, they often become more pragmatic and practical, leading them to embrace conservative ideologies. It highlights the common perception that one's political beliefs and values may evolve as they age and encounter different perspectives and realities.

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By Sir Winston Churchill

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