Difficulty Quote by Harry S. Truman

“One of the difficulties with all our institutions is the fact that we've emphasized the reward instead of the service.”

Harry S. Truman

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We can never tell what is in store for us.

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All will concede that in order to have good neighbors, we must also be good neighbors. That applies in every field of human endeavor.

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Men often mistake notoriety for fame, and would rather be remarked for their vices and follies than not be noticed at all!

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It is ignorance that causes most mistakes.

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Most of the time most people know the right thing to do ...its the doing of it that gives them trouble

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Secrecy and a free, democratic government don't mix.

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