Revolutions that usher in new political and economic systems:
a. are rarely able to significantly change people’s cultural practices and habits of thought
b. cannot create democracy, because revolutionary leaders are naturally undemocratic
c. usually end up going back to the original economic and political systems they sought to overthrow
d. are more successful when they use peaceful means rather than violence
a. are rarely able to significantly change people’s cultural practices and habits of thought
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