"What man really fears is not so much extinction, but extinction with insignificance."

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Source : Ernest Becker (1985). “Escape from Evil”, Free Press

Ernest Becker

#Men Quotes #Extinction Quotes #Insignificance Quotes

“Teachers are out there with a very difficult job, which they pursue with tireless dedication”

Source : "Chi McBride of 'Boston Public'". Interview with Lori Blackman, www.cnn.com. April 10, 2001.
“Obama was elected in a flourish of promise that many in the African-American community believed would help not only to symbolize African-American progress since the Civil War and Civil Rights Acts but that his presidency would result in doors opening in the halls of power as had never been seen before by black America.”

Source : "Obama or Clinton better for blacks?" by Douglas Wilder, www.politico.com. December 12, 2011.
“Don't go overboard with exotic or complex ways to paint. Stick to simple solutions, unless there is a good reason to do otherwise.”
“There is a certain imperiousness, in the manner of speaking and in actions, which makes itself felt everywhere, and soon wins attention and respect. This commanding quality is useful in all affairs, and even for obtaining what we ask for.”
“Being a soldier [in the wars of modern power politics] was like being on a team in a sport that drew no crowds, except for the players' own parents and friends.”
“Stupid is as stupid looks.”

Source : Winston Groom (2013). “Gump & Co.”, p.106, Random House
“Our marriage has always been a 50-50 proposition - with the possible exception of closet space.”
“People always say he can run and he can jump. So can a deer and you wouldn't put a deer in the game.”

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