Quote by Edmund Burke

A disposition to preserve, and an ability to improve, taken together, would be my standard of a statesman.

A disposition to preserve, and an ability to improve, taken

Summary

This quote suggests that for someone to be regarded as a statesman, they should possess two key qualities: a natural inclination towards preserving what is valuable and important, and the capability to bring about positive changes and advancements. In other words, it emphasizes the ideal statesman as someone who can both safeguard what already exists and ensure progress and improvement. This combination of preserving and enhancing lays the foundation for effective and visionary leadership in the context of governance and public affairs.

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By Edmund Burke

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