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John Dewey: “It demands power to perceive and recognize the consequences of the behavior of individuals joined in groups and to trace…”

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It demands power to perceive and recognize the consequences of the behavior of individuals joined in groups and to trace them to their source and origin.
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John Dewey

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This quote highlights the importance of understanding the consequences of group behavior in governance.

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