Aspiration Quote by John Dewey
“Inside the modern city, in spite of its nominal political unity, there are probably more communities, more differing customs, traditions, aspirations, and forms of government or control, than existed in an entire continent at an earlier epoch.”
About This Quote
Modern cities contain more diverse communities and governance forms than entire continents once did, despite political unity.
In simple terms: Cities are highly diverse and complex.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate urban diversity and its challenges.
Themes
urbanism
diversity
politics
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
sociological
political
When to use this quote
- city planning
- policy making
- community building
- academic research
Key Concepts
social complexity
governance
cultural pluralism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does urban diversity affect governance?
- What policies best address varied community needs?
A Different Perspective
Managing such diversity can be politically difficult.
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