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“A college should feel alarmed rather than pleased if it graduates nothing but good citizens. For when the body politic is composed of nothing but submissive individuals, half of its health and all of its vigor have disappeared.” quote by George Boas
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“A college should feel alarmed rather than pleased if it graduates nothing but good citizens. For when the body politic is composed of nothing but submissive individuals, half of its health and all of its vigor have disappeared.”

George Boas

About This Quote

Education should produce active citizens, not passive individuals; a submissive populace weakens society.

In simple terms: Teach civic engagement, not conformity.

Key Takeaway

Promote critical thinking and citizenship.

Themes

education citizenship politics vigor

Mood

critical concerned

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When to use this quote

  • curriculum design
  • public policy
  • community activism

Key Concepts

civic responsibility social health individual agency

Questions to Reflect On

  • What curricula foster active citizenship?
  • How can institutions resist producing submissive graduates?
A Different Perspective

May idealize without practical steps.

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