Fred Foldvary wrote:
>Conditions have been unbearable in many places in
>which the slaves or peasants did not rebel.
>
>Moreover, the influence of intellectuals was
>manifested after the rebellion. For example,
>some members of the Assembly composed the DECLARATION
>OF THE RIGHTS OF MAN AND THE CITIZEN, which was
>adopted by the National Assembly.
Right. Ideas have consequences. Especially when
the ideas serve those with power.
John C. Medaille