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Child Quote by Plutarco Elias Calles

“We must enter and take possession of the consciences of the children, of the consciences of the young, because they do belong, and should belong to the revolution.” quote by Plutarco Elias Calles
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“We must enter and take possession of the consciences of the children, of the consciences of the young, because they do belong, and should belong to the revolution.”

Plutarco Elias Calles

About This Quote

Source Speech: Revolutionary Address, Mexico, 1930s

Advocates shaping youth consciousness to align with revolutionary ideals, emphasizing moral responsibility.

In simple terms: Guide children toward revolutionary values.

Key Takeaway

Instill ethical consciousness in youth.

Themes

politics education ethics revolution youth

Mood

statement ideological

Type

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When to use this quote

  • schools
  • family discussions
  • political movements
  • propaganda
  • potential loss of individual thought.

Key Concepts

ideology social engineering collectivism

Questions to Reflect On

  • critical
  • ideative
A Different Perspective

Is it ethical to shape children's beliefs?;How does this affect personal freedom?

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