Quote by Jon Meacham

The past always seems somehow more golden, more serious, than the present. We tend to forget the partisanship of yesteryear, preferring to re-imagine our history as a sure and steady march toward greatness.

The past always seems somehow more golden, more serious, tha

Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of human beings to romanticize and idealize the past. It suggests that people often view previous times as better and more significant than the present. This mindset makes individuals overlook the divisions and biases that existed in the past, choosing instead to envision history as a continuous and unwavering progress towards a better future. The quote prompts us to critically examine our perceptions of history and recognize that our current times may have their own set of challenges and accomplishments.

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History

By Jon Meacham

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