All men in whose character there is not an element of hardened baseness must admit the need in our public life of those qualities which we somewhat vaguely group together when we speak of “reform,” and all men of sound mind must also admit the need of efficiency.
From an essay on civic duty, this passage argues that both moral reform and practical efficiency are essential for a healthy public life.
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