Quote by Robert Anton Wilson

It only takes 20 years for a liberal to become a conservative without changing a single idea.

It only takes 20 years for a liberal to become a conservativ

Summary

This quote suggests that as individuals grow older and gain more life experience, their political beliefs tend to shift from being more progressive or liberal to conservative, even if their core values or ideas remain the same. It implies that time and personal experiences can lead individuals to re-evaluate their views and priorities, leading them to adopt more conservative perspectives.

By Robert Anton Wilson

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