Aggravation Quote by Peter L. Berger

“I'm sure Putnam is right that there's been a decline in certain kinds of organizations like bowling leagues. But people participate in communities in other ways.” quote by Peter L. Berger — Download Open image

“I'm sure Putnam is right that there's been a decline in certain kinds of organizations like bowling leagues. But people participate in communities in other ways.”

Peter L. Berger

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