Quote by Barack Obama

We need to steer clear of this poverty of ambition, where people want to drive fancy cars and wear nice clothes and live in nice apartments but don't want to work hard to accomplish these things. Everyone should try to realize their full potential.

We need to steer clear of this poverty of ambition, where pe

Summary

This quote highlights the issue of having a limited ambition or mindset focused solely on materialistic gains such as fancy cars, nice clothes, or luxurious living spaces. It encourages striving for more than just superficial achievements and emphasizes the importance of hard work and self-improvement. The quote suggests that individuals should aim to discover and fulfill their true potential rather than settling for superficial desires that may not bring true fulfillment or satisfaction.

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