Quote by Walter Lippmann, 1914

Modern men are afraid of the past. It is a record of human achievement, but its other face is human defeat.

Modern men are afraid of the past. It is a record of human a

Summary

This quote suggests that modern men are hesitant to confront and learn from the past because it represents both the accomplishments and failures of humanity. While the past holds a rich history of human achievements, it also serves as a reminder of our defeats and mistakes. The fear of facing these failures may lead individuals to avoid engaging with history altogether.

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By Walter Lippmann, 1914

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