Walter Bagehot: “There is a motley confluence of vigorous elements, but the result is…”

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There is a motley confluence of vigorous elements, but the result is one and good.

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Walter Bagehot

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This quote emphasizes the positive outcome that can arise from a diverse mix of societal elements.

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They have given what I may call a CONFIDENCE IN THE UNIVERSE.

But all men heed great results, and a change of Government is a great result.

No doubt this momentary gain is bought at a ruinous after-cost.

One of the greatest pains to human nature is the pain of a new idea.

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Walter Bagehot: “There is a motley confluence of vigorous elements, but the result is one and good.”