Quote by Charles Vest

Agency by agency, we frequently have lost a bit of ground, at least to inflation-but had it not been for the efforts we've made to educate people about the importance of science, technology and advanced education, those predictions very well might have come true.

Agency by agency, we frequently have lost a bit of ground, a

Summary

This quote is highlighting the importance of science, technology, and advanced education in preventing a decline in progress. It suggests that although there may have been occasional setbacks or inadequate funding in different sectors, efforts to raise awareness about the significance of these fields have prevented potentially disastrous predictions from becoming a reality. The quote emphasizes the need for continued support and investment in science and education in order to sustain progress and counteract the effects of inflation.

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Education Technology Science People Effort Prediction

By Charles Vest

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