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Change Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith

“Change comes not from men and women changing their minds, but from the change from one generation to the next.” quote by John Kenneth Galbraith
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“Change comes not from men and women changing their minds, but from the change from one generation to the next.”

John Kenneth Galbraith

About This Quote

Source Speech: Economic Forum, 1970

Social change is driven more by generational shifts than by individual mindset changes.

In simple terms: Generations, more than minds, drive change.

Key Takeaway

Support and empower younger generations.

Themes

change generations social progress mindset influence

Mood

hopeful analytical optimistic

Type

observational motivational

When to use this quote

  • policy reform
  • technology adoption
  • cultural trends
  • education reform

Key Concepts

sociology history political science

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we bridge generational gaps?
  • What role do elders play in change?
A Different Perspective

New ideas may be resisted by older generations.

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