“The central conservative truth is that it is culture, not politics, that determines the success of a society. The central liberal truth is that politics can change a culture and save it from itself.”

— Daniel Patrick Moynihan

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About Daniel Patrick Moynihan

Politician • American

Daniel Patrick Moynihan was an influential American politician, diplomat, and sociologist for the Democratic Party. He served as a United States Senator for New York from 1977 to 2001, establishing a reputation as a...

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