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“The demand for liberty is a demand for power, either for possession of powers of action not already possessed or for retention and expansion of powers already possessed.”

Quote by John Dewey

Book:The Later Works, 1925-1953

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The Later Works, 1925-1953

This volume compiles a selection of the author's writings from the specified time period, showcasing their continued development and evolution in style and content. more

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John Dewey was an American philosopher and educator, born on October 20, 1859, and died on June 1, 1952. He was a leading figure in the philosophy of pragmatism and had a profound impact on 20th-century education, philosophy, and the social sciences. more

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