Quote by Dan Quayle

If we do not succeed, then we run the risk of failure.

If we do not succeed, then we run the risk of failure.

Summary

This quote, often attributed to former US Vice President Dan Quayle, highlights the paradoxical nature of success and failure. It suggests that if we do not achieve our goals or reach a desired outcome, we are liable to experience failure. In essence, the realization of failure depends on the absence of success. The quote serves as a cautionary reminder of the potential consequences and the inherent risk involved in pursuing any endeavor, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and the need to overcome obstacles in order to avoid failure.

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Success & Failure

By Dan Quayle

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