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“Democracy has to be born anew every generation, and education is its midwife.” quote by John Dewey
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“Democracy has to be born anew every generation, and education is its midwife.”

John Dewey

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Source Speech: Education and Democracy, 1916

Education must continually be renewed each generation to sustain democratic vitality, acting as the catalyst for civic participation.

In simple terms: Education renews democracy each generation.

Key Takeaway

Invest in lifelong learning for democratic health.

Themes

education democracy civic engagement

Mood

hopeful inspiring

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • school curricula
  • community workshops
  • public policy
  • parental guidance

Key Concepts

political theory pedagogy social renewal

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role can you play in fostering democratic education?
  • How can we make education more inclusive?
A Different Perspective

If education is unequal, democracy suffers.

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