West's use of the statement does not devalue the excellent point made by the comparison of intellectual, oratorical, and leadership capabilities of the three men whose remarks are contrasted in the video.
Many years ago, I learned the necessity of consulting original sources when utilizing oft-quoted statements from historical figures. There are some famous ones which were never said by the figures to whom they have been attributed--such as Abraham Lincoln and Edmund Burke.
Abraham Lincoln once said “many quotes found on the internet are false”.
My comment had nothing to do with your post.
not, "de Tocqueville"
The name says that his family was from the town of Toquville, therefore the use of the prefix is grammatically correct, in French.
West's use of the statement does not devalue the excellent point made by the comparison of intellectual, oratorical, and leadership capabilities of the three men whose remarks are contrasted in the video.
Of course not. My point in posting it was in the hope that it gets back to him because I am sure he would prefer to be historically correct. There are many other quotes about morality and liberty I'm sure he could use as a substitute.
Many years ago, I learned the necessity of consulting original sources when utilizing oft-quoted statements from historical figures.
Writing a book is what did that for me.