Mass education, because it produces hosts of badly educated people liberated from fatalism, will contribute to instability {p. 123}.
The quote suggests that mass education leads to an increase in poorly educated individuals who are no longer resigned to their fates. This newfound awareness can lead to social instability as these individuals may challenge the status quo and seek to change their circumstances. As a result, mass education can inadvertently create a populace that is restless and potentially disruptive.
Kaplan's assertion highlights a paradox: while education is typically viewed as...