Quote by Gifford Pinchot

Unless we practice conservation, those who come after us will have to pay the price of misery, degradation, and failure for the progress and prosperity of our day.

Unless we practice conservation, those who come after us wil

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of practicing conservation for the well-being of future generations. If we fail to conserve and instead focus solely on progress and prosperity in our present time, the consequences will be misery, degradation, and failure for those who come after us. It serves as a reminder that we have a responsibility to preserve and protect natural resources, ecosystems, and the environment to ensure a sustainable and thriving future for all.

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By Gifford Pinchot

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