Quote by William Allen White

In several educational institutions during the last few years manifestation of student activity in riots has been exciting the country. To the conservative mind, these riots bode no good. As a matter of fact student riots of one sort or another, protests against the order that is, kicks against college and university management indicate a healthy growth and a normal functioning of the academic mind. Youth should be radical. Youth should demand change in the world. Youth should not accept the old order if the world is to move on. But the old orders should not be moved easilycertainly not at the mere whim or behest of youth. There must be clash and if youth hasnt enough force or fervor to produce the clash the world grows stale and stagnant and sour in decay. If our colleges and universities do not breed men who riot, who rebel, who attack life with all the youthful vim and vigor, then there is something wrong with our colleges. The more riots that come on college campuses, the better world for tomorrow.

Summary

This quote argues that student riots and protests against the established order within educational institutions are signs of a healthy and active student body. The quote suggests that young people should be radical and demand change in order for the world to progress. However, it also emphasizes that change should not be easily granted based on youth's whims alone. The quote believes that clashes are necessary to challenge the status quo and prevent societal stagnation. It suggests that colleges should encourage and support radicalism and activism, as it fosters a better future for tomorrow.

By William Allen White

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