Quote by Tom Brokaw

It's easy to make a buck. It's a lot tougher to make a difference.

It's easy to make a buck. It's a lot tougher to make a diffe

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This quote implies that making money is relatively simple and attainable, while creating a significant and positive impact or bringing about meaningful change is much more difficult to achieve. It suggests that merely focusing on financial gain is not enough and that true success lies in making a difference, improving society, or leaving a lasting legacy.

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