John Dewey: “But association itself is physical and organic, while communal life is…”

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But association itself is physical and organic, while communal life is moral, that is emotionally, intellectually, consciously sustained.

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John Dewey

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This passage distinguishes between the physical nature of association and the moral aspects of communal life.

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The idea remains barren and empty save as it is incarnated in human relationships.

But he does so only at the cost of repression of those of his potentialities which can be realized only through membership in other groups.

It rules but it does not regulate; for its rule is confined to receipt of tribute and ceremonial deference.

The democratic public is still largely inchoate and unorganized.

John Dewey: “But association itself is physical and organic, while communal life is moral, that is emotionally, intellectually…”