Quote by John Adams

While all other sciences have advanced, that of government is at a standstill - little better understood, little better practiced now than three or four thousand years ago.

While all other sciences have advanced, that of government i

Summary

This quote suggests that despite progress in various scientific fields, the study and practice of government has remained stagnant over the course of several millennia. It implies that there has been little improvement in our understanding and application of principles of governance since ancient times. This statement challenges the notion that advancements in knowledge and society have been universally applied to the field of government, highlighting a perceived lack of progress in this specific area.

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By John Adams

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