John Dewey: “The lasting, extensive and serious consequences of associated activity…”

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The lasting, extensive and serious consequences of associated activity bring into existence a public.

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John Dewey

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Dewey emphasizes the importance of collective action in forming a public that can influence society.

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What he believes, hopes for and aims at is the outcome of association and intercourse.

The ties which hold men together in action are numerous, tough and subtle.

For the older symbols of ideal life still engage thought and command loyalty.

The clear consciousness of a communal life, in all its implications, constitutes the idea of democracy.

John Dewey: “The lasting, extensive and serious consequences of associated activity bring into existence a public.”