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Somehow liberals have been unable to acquire from life what conservatives seem to be endowed with at birth: namely, a he
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"Somehow liberals have been unable to acquire from life what conservatives seem to be endowed with at birth: namely, a healthy skepticism of the powers of government agencies to do good"

- Daniel Patrick Moynihan

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This quote by Daniel Patrick Moynihan suggests that conservatives have a natural wonder about of government companies, while liberals tend to be more relying on. He suggests that liberals are too optimistic about the government's capability to do great, while conservatives are more realistic and understand the limitations of government power. This quote highlights the differences between the two political ideologies, and recommends that conservatives have a better understanding of the federal government's abilities. It likewise indicates that liberals ought to be more doubtful of government companies and their capability to do excellent. Eventually, this quote suggests that conservatives have a much better understanding of the federal government's capabilities and limitations, and that liberals ought to be more skeptical of federal government agencies.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Daniel Patrick Moynihan between March 16, 1927 and March 26, 2003. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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