Quote by Edward R. Murrow

Difficulty is the excuse history never accepts.

Difficulty is the excuse history never accepts.

Summary

This quote asserts that history does not accept difficulty as a valid excuse for failure or lack of progress. It suggests that despite facing challenging circumstances or obstacles, individuals, societies, or even entire civilizations should not rely on difficulty as an explanation for their shortcomings. Instead, history evaluates actions and decisions based on their outcomes, disregarding difficulty as a legitimate justification. The quote implies that one's ability to overcome difficulty and persevere is what ultimately shapes the course of history.

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History

By Edward R. Murrow

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