Quote by William Ewart Gladstone

You cannot fight against the future. Time is on our side.

You cannot fight against the future. Time is on our side.

Summary

This quote suggests that resisting or fighting against the changes and advancements of the future is futile. Instead, it implies that time is a powerful force that works in our favor. In this context, it may be interpreted as an encouragement to embrace the inevitable changes and evolution of the future rather than attempting to obstruct or resist them. By accepting and adapting to the passage of time, we can potentially harness the benefits it offers and align ourselves with the progress that lies ahead.

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By William Ewart Gladstone

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