Quote by Benjamin Franklin

The U. S. Constitution doesn't guarantee happiness, only the pursuit of it. You have to catch up with it yourself.

The U. S. Constitution doesn't guarantee happiness, only the

Summary

This quote emphasizes that the U.S. Constitution does not promise happiness as a right, but rather ensures the right to pursue happiness. It implies that each individual is responsible for actively seeking their own happiness and cannot solely rely on external forces or systems to attain it. The quote suggests that personal effort and determination are essential in the journey toward finding happiness, reflecting the notion that it is a subjective and self-driven pursuit.

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Happiness

By Benjamin Franklin

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