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Believer Quote by Woodrow Wilson

“We ought to regard ourselves and to act as socialists--believers in the wholesomeness and beneficence of the body politic.” quote by Woodrow Wilson
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“We ought to regard ourselves and to act as socialists--believers in the wholesomeness and beneficence of the body politic.”

Woodrow Wilson

About This Quote

Source Speech: Fourteen Points, 1918

He advocates for a collective, altruistic view of society, urging socialist principles for the common good.

In simple terms: Promote social unity and collective welfare.

Key Takeaway

Support policies that benefit the whole community.

Themes

politics socialism collectivism

Mood

inspirational serious

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • community projects
  • policy advocacy
  • social reforms

Key Concepts

political theory public welfare

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies balance individual freedom with collective good?
  • What policies best reflect wholesomeness?
A Different Perspective

Implementing socialism faces political resistance.

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