Failing Quote by Clarence H. Burns

“The most powerful of men can fail when they forget that a mighty river can be crossed at its source.”

Clarence H. Burns

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At times, the most dangerous politicians have been those impelled by dreams and ideals, rather than basic realities.

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Men, who achieve much, die as do those who achieve nothing.

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It is painful to reflect upon your failures knowing that you alone caused them.

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It is often easier to learn from the mistakes of others than from our own.

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Does man Progress? A thousand questions answered yesterday create a thousand questions today.

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The business man who gains success at the expense of the poor and miserable gains nil respect from his peers.

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Art, when destroyed can never be replaced, yet history repeats itself.

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A man can seem to have many friends yet know little of friendship.

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