Tag: cultural anthropologist Margaret Mead

Bernie’s right:  Many Americans with progressive values have bought into the idea that real chance is impossible. We may shop organic, drive electric, and teach peace, but we remain concerned that it’s too late for a culture in which Donald …

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Cultural anthropologist Margaret Mead is perhaps best known for what she said about social progress: Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. There are many …

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It’s heartening to look through the comments to my recent post: “The Environmental Movement: Too Conciliatory?” — insofar as many point out the role of the individual in determining the course of history. We have FAR greater capacity to change …

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