Friend Quote by David Levithan
““There will come a time--perhaps even by the time you read this--that people will no longer be on Facebook. There will come a time when the stars of your favorite teen TV show will be sixty. There will come a time when you will have the same unalienable rights as your straightest friend. (Probably before any of the stars of your favorite teen TV show turn sixty.) There will come a time when the gay prom won't have to be separate. There will come a time when you look at someone younger than your and feel that he or she will know more than you ever did. There will come a time when you will worry about being forgotten. There will come a time when the gospel will be rewritten. If you play your cards right, the next generation will have so much more than you did.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Future of Us” by David Levithan, 2011
The passage envisions social and cultural changes over time, urging awareness of evolving norms and the impact of personal choices on future generations.
In simple terms: Society changes; personal choices affect future generations.
Key Takeaway
Consider how today’s actions shape tomorrow.
Themes
change
future
identity
rights
generational impact
Mood
hopeful
reflective
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
social commentary
When to use this quote
- parenting
- activism
- career planning
- technology adoption
- education
Key Concepts
social evolution
personal responsibility
cultural shift
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you do now to support inclusive change?
- How might future values differ from today’s?
A Different Perspective
Assumes linear progress and may overlook setbacks or resistance.
