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We in this country are so accustomed to look upon political changes as the only important changes, that we very often forget such a change as the establishment of Universities.
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John Morley
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gutenberg.orgJohn Morley: “We in this country are so accustomed to look upon political changes as the only important changes, that we very often…”
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Morley highlights the importance of educational reforms, particularly the establishment of universities, beyond mere political changes.
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