Walter Bagehot: “But thousands have made the greatest impression by appealing to some…”

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But thousands have made the greatest impression by appealing to some vague dream of glory, or empire, or nationality.

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Bagehot observes that many have inspired others by appealing to grand ideals rather than basic needs.

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Walter Bagehot: “But thousands have made the greatest impression by appealing to some vague dream of glory, or empire, or nationality.”