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Choices Quote by Charles Murray

“I want the new upper class to start preaching what it practices. They are getting married and staying married in large numbers. They work like crazy, long hours. They even do better going to church than lots of the rest of America. Why not just say, these are not just choices we have made for…” quote by Charles Murray
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“I want the new upper class to start preaching what it practices. They are getting married and staying married in large numbers. They work like crazy, long hours. They even do better going to church than lots of the rest of America. Why not just say, these are not just choices we have made for ourselves. These are rich, rewarding ways of living.”

Charles Murray

About This Quote

Advocates for a new elite who model stable, hardworking, and family‑oriented lifestyles as a societal example.

In simple terms: Promote stable, hardworking values.

Key Takeaway

Model disciplined, family‑focused living.

Themes

social responsibility family values work ethic

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • political activism
  • community building

Key Concepts

cultural leadership social modeling

Questions to Reflect On

  • Should societal leaders model personal choices?
  • How can these values be inclusive?
A Different Perspective

Critics may view this as elitist or prescriptive.

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