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The formation of character in young people is educationally a different task from and a prior task to, the discussion of
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"The formation of character in young people is educationally a different task from and a prior task to, the discussion of the great, difficult ethical controversies of the day"

- William Bennett

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This quote by William Bennett suggests that the development of character in youths ought to be the primary emphasis of education and learning, instead of going over the honest controversies of the day. He indicates that the growth of personality must come prior to the discussion of hard honest concerns. This suggests that youngsters must be educated the worths and also precepts that will certainly help them make the right decisions when confronted with challenging moral problems. It is essential to show youths the values and also concepts that will certainly assist them make the right decisions in life, as this will assist them end up being accountable and successful grownups. By educating young people the worths and concepts that will certainly assist them make the right decisions, they will certainly be much better equipped to handle the tough ethical conflicts of the day.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by William Bennett somewhere between July 31, 1943 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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