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To walk behind others on a road you are traveling together, to give precedence to others without envy - this is painful
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"To walk behind others on a road you are traveling together, to give precedence to others without envy - this is painful for an individual and painful for a nation"

- Gustav Stresemann

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This quote by Gustav Stresemann talks to the value of humbleness and selflessness in both individual and nationwide life. He suggests that it is difficult for a specific or a nation to put the requirements of others before their own. He suggests that it is a challenging but necessary job to put aside one's own pride and ambition in order to work together with others. Stresemann's words suggest that it is essential to recognize the value of partnership and cooperation, and to be going to make sacrifices for the higher good. He motivates us to be simple and to put the requirements of others before our own. His words remind us that it is only through collaborating that we can accomplish our objectives.

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Gustav Stresemann This quote is written / told by Gustav Stresemann between May 10, 1878 and October 3, 1929. He was a famous Politician from Germany. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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