Quote by John Lennon

The thing the sixties did was to show us the possibilities and the responsibility that we all had. It wasn't the answer. It just gave us a glimpse of the possibility.

The thing the sixties did was to show us the possibilities a

Summary

This quote implies that the significance of the 1960s lies in the ways it opened our eyes to the potential for change and progress in society, as well as the shared duty we have to contribute to that change. It suggests that the sixties served as a catalyst, offering a brief glimpse of what could be achieved, rather than providing all of the answers or solutions itself. The quote highlights the role of the 1960s in awakening a collective sense of possibility and responsibility for shaping a better future.

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Twentieth Century

By John Lennon

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