The brutalities of progress are called revolutions. When they are over we realize this: that the human race has been roughly handled, but that it has advanced.

Summary

This quote suggests that the difficulties and hardships associated with progress are often referred to as revolutions. However, once these revolutions are finished, we come to understand that humanity has endured rough treatment but has ultimately made progress. It implies that although progress sometimes involves struggle and suffering, it is essential for the advancement of the human race.

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