Our age knows nothing but reaction, and leaps from one extreme to another.

Summary

This quote suggests that our current time period is characterized by a lack of balance and moderation. It implies that people tend to respond in extreme ways instead of taking a measured approach. It portrays the prevailing tendency to quickly and impulsively shift from one extreme perspective or action to its opposite. The quote highlights a potential instability in our age, where thoughtful consideration and finding a middle ground may be overshadowed by immediate reactions and oscillations between polarized positions.

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