Ends Quote by Mikhail Gorbachev
“Humankind has no option but to protect and live in harmony with its natural environment. However, it would be regrettable if in putting an end to revolutionary extremism, we should then come to environmental extremism. We should not forget that all extremes are the same.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Address, 1991
Protecting the environment and avoiding extreme ideologies are both essential; extremes, whether political or ecological, lead to similar harms.
In simple terms: Balance environmental stewardship with moderation in activism.
Key Takeaway
Avoid extremes; seek sustainable harmony.
Themes
environment
moderation
extremism
balance
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- policy making
- activism
- education
- community planning
Key Concepts
political science
environmental ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What constitutes environmental extremism?
- How can societies prevent both political and ecological extremes?
A Different Perspective
Extremism can be hard to define; moderation may be seen as complacency.
