The future is built on brains, not prom court, as most people can tell you after attending their high school reunion. But you'd never know it by talking to kids or listening to the messages they get from the culture and even from their schools.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of knowledge and intelligence in shaping the future, as opposed to societal popularity or superficial qualities like being part of the prom court. It criticizes the cultural and educational messages received by young people, suggesting that the focus on popularity and surface-level achievements may overshadow the significance of intelligence and critical thinking skills needed for long-term success. Attending a high school reunion often exposes this discrepancy between societal values and the reality of what truly matters in the pursuit of a meaningful future.

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