Famous quote by Harry S. Truman

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A pessimist is one who makes difficulties of his opportunities and an optimist is one who makes opportunities of his dif
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"A pessimist is one who makes difficulties of his opportunities and an optimist is one who makes opportunities of his difficulties"

- Harry S. Truman

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Harry S. Truman between May 8, 1884 and December 26, 1972. He/she was a famous President from USA. The author also have 58 other quotes.

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