Howard ZinnThe future is an infinite succession of presents, and to live now as we think human beings should live, in defiance of all that is bad around us, is itself a marvelous victory.
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The future is an infinite succession of presents, and to live now as we think human beings should live, in defiance of all that is bad around us, is itself a marvelous victory. -H.G. Wells This quote sums up the essence of hope, optimism, and confidence. It’s the belief that things are going to get better for you no matter what happens. The future can be a scary place to live in but if you choose to fight on regardless of the current state of affairs, it will start to look brighter and brighter.
Source: You Cant Be Neutral On A Moving Train: A Personal History Of Our Times
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