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The politics of surprise leads through the Gates of Astonishment into the Kingdom of Hope
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"The politics of surprise leads through the Gates of Astonishment into the Kingdom of Hope"

- Max Lerner

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This quote by Max Lerner talks to the power of surprise in politics. It recommends that when we are shocked by something, it can lead us to a place of hope. This is because surprise can open our minds to new possibilities and concepts that we may not have actually thought about before. It can also lead us to act and make changes that we might not have actually thought possible. The Gates of Astonishment represent the moment of surprise, when our minds are opened to brand-new possibilities. The Kingdom of Hope is the outcome of this surprise, when we have the ability to take action and create favorable change. This quote encourages us to welcome surprise and utilize it to produce a much better future.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Max Lerner between December 20, 1902 and 1992. He/she was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 22 other quotes.

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