But at least we have pointed out some of the factors which go to make up importance: namely, the far-reaching character of consequences, whether in space or time; their settled, uniform and recurrent nature, and their irreparableness.
Dewey emphasizes the importance of understanding the consequences of actions in shaping public issues.
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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.
The relationships of husband and wife, parent and children, older and younger children, friend and friend, are the bonds from which authority proceeds.
There was no logic which rendered necessary the appeal to the individual as an independent and isolated being.
But in this respect he does not differ from those explicitly designated public officials who have also been known to betray the interest committed to them instead of faithfully representing it.