Determine Quote by John Lewis Gaddis
“It is worth starting with visions, though, because they establish hopes and fears. History then determines which prevail.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Cold War: A New History, 2005
Visions shape hopes and fears; history decides which dominate.
In simple terms: Ideas create hopes and fears; history chooses.
Reflect on the power of vision.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- planning future policies
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do visions influence societal outcomes?
- What determines which vision prevails?