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Future generations Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson

“If future generations are to remember us with gratitude rather than contempt, we must leave them more than the miracles of technology. We must leave them a glimpse of the world as it was in the beginning, not just after we got through with it.” quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
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““If future generations are to remember us with gratitude rather than contempt, we must leave them more than the miracles of technology. We must leave them a glimpse of the world as it was in the beginning, not just after we got through with it.””

Lyndon B. Johnson

About This Quote

Source Speech: Farewell Address, 1965

Future generations should cherish humanity's origins, not just technological achievements.

In simple terms: Remember humanity's roots.

Key Takeaway

Preserve cultural heritage.

Themes

history technology legacy

Mood

hopeful nostalgic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • education curricula
  • museum curation
  • family storytelling

Key Concepts

environmentalism humanism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance progress with heritage?
  • What stories should we pass down?
A Different Perspective

Technology also shapes values, not just memories.

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