Quote by Sam Donaldson

And really, the basis, I think, of achieving some success in what I want to do today comes from my mother's push to get me to read and to make something of myself from the standpoint of an education.

And really, the basis, I think, of achieving some success in

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This quote emphasizes the importance of education in achieving success. The individual attributes their ability to pursue their goals to their mother's encouragement to read and pursue an education. By instilling the value of learning, the individual's mother provided a strong foundation for their achievements and endeavors in life. It highlights the significance of parental support and fostering a love for education as a driving force in attaining personal goals.

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