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fidence in themselves, and the confidence is given by the
humanist philosophy of life.
The practical details 'of what should be done and
how—are outlined in the two statements submitted for
public consideration. They do not daim any finalityC
They do not lay down the blueprint of the future. They
only indicate a new approach to problems which have
baffled the politicians. Agreement with it will not mean
any organisational commitment, involve no party dis-
cipline. Our, appeal is to reason and moral responsi-
bility. The response to this entirely disinterested ap-
peal will be the measure of hope for the future not only
of our country, but of the modern civilisation.