Quote by John Maynard Keynes

I do not know which makes a man more conservative -- to know nothing but the present, or nothing but the past.

I do not know which makes a man more conservative -- to know

Summary

This quote suggests that both ignorance of the present and knowledge limited to the past can lead to conservative thinking. It highlights the idea that narrow perspectives restrict one's ability to understand and adapt to change. The quote implies that true open-mindedness requires a balanced understanding of both the present and the past, allowing for a more informed and flexible approach to life and ideologies.

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