"Governments do not make , but make governments. This is both historically and logically true.” (Calvin Coolidge) (6)

I believe the answer is:

ideals

(Other definitions for ideals that I've seen before include "Lofty aims for ladies" , "100%? > 10 out out of 10? > With capital, more would want these" , "Ladies (anag.)" , "Standards to aim for" , "Noble aspirations for ladies" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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"Governments do not make ____, but ____ make governments. This is both historically and logically true.” (Calvin Coolidge) (6)

"Governments do not make , but make governments. This is both historically and logically true.” (Calvin Coolidge) (6)