About Quote by Bill Kristol
“Republican government presupposes decent and admirable qualities among its citizens - so we should be serious about strengthening character and inculcating virtue.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Weekly Standard, 2015, Bill Kristol, 2015
Republican ideology assumes citizens possess virtue, urging focus on character building.
In simple terms: Republicans trust in citizens' moral character.
Promote civic education and moral development.
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When to use this quote
- schools
- community programs
- public policy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies cultivate virtue?
- What role should government play?
Idealizing virtue may overlook systemic issues.