Quote by William Jefferson Clinton

Our generation, like the one before us, must choose. Without the threat of the Cold War, without the pain of economic ruin, without the fresh memory of World War II's slaughter, it is tempting to pursue our private agendas -- to simply sit back and let history unfold. We must resist the temptation.

Our generation, like the one before us, must choose. Without

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This quote highlights the need for the current generation to actively engage and make choices that shape the future. In a time when there are no immediate threats or crises like the Cold War, economic struggles, or the horrors of World War II, it becomes enticing to prioritize personal interests and passively observe events. However, the quote emphasizes the importance of resisting this temptation and instead urges the generation to actively participate in influencing and guiding history's unfolding path.

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