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In spite of sudden and catastrophic revolutions, the essential continuity of history is doubly guaranteed.
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John Dewey
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gutenberg.orgIn spite of sudden and catastrophic revolutions, the essential continuity of history is doubly guaranteed.
Dewey emphasizes the continuity of history despite upheavals, highlighting the enduring nature of historical processes.
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