Famous quote by Arthur Hays Sulzberger

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Speakers are not supposed to waste time on platitudes, but the capacity of this generation for ignoring the obvious and
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"Speakers are not supposed to waste time on platitudes, but the capacity of this generation for ignoring the obvious and concentrating on the negative and the obscure is immense"

- Arthur Hays Sulzberger

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This quote by Arthur Hays Sulzberger is a commentary on the tendency of individuals to focus on the unfavorable and overlook the obvious. He is recommending that speakers need to not lose time on platitudes, or empty words, since this generation has an immense capacity for ignoring the obvious and concentrating on the negative and obscure. He is suggesting that people must concentrate on the facts and the truth, rather than getting caught up in the unfavorable and obscure. This quote is a tip to be conscious of our thoughts and to concentrate on the favorable elements of life. It is also a reminder to be aware of our propensity to ignore the apparent and to be conscious of our words and actions.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Arthur Hays Sulzberger between September 12, 1891 and December 11, 1968. He/she was a famous Publisher from USA. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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