Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

We're doomed to repeat the past no matter what. That's what it is to be alive. It's pretty dense kids who haven't figured that out by the time they're ten.... Most kids can't afford to go to Harvard and be misinformed.

We're doomed to repeat the past no matter what. That's what

Summary

This quote suggests that as humans, we are destined to continually repeat past mistakes regardless of any efforts made to avoid them. It implies that this is an inherent part of our existence, and young minds who fail to recognize this fact lack understanding. Furthermore, it implies that receiving a proper education, such as the one provided by Harvard, is vital to avoid being misled in the pursuit of knowledge.

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By Kurt Vonnegut

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