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We are an age without leaders. We stopped having leaders at the end of the 20th century
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"We are an age without leaders. We stopped having leaders at the end of the 20th century"

- Oriana Fallaci

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This quote by Oriana Fallaci speaks with the lack of strong management worldwide today. It suggests that completion of the 20th century marked a turning point in which the world stopped having leaders. This could be translated in a few ways. It might mean that the world stopped having leaders in the standard sense, with effective figures who might lead nations and shape the course of history. It might also mean that the world stopped having leaders in the sense of ethical authority, with people who might inspire others to do great and make the world a much better place. Whatever the analysis, this quote talks to a lack of strong leadership worldwide today, and the need for individuals to step up and handle the mantle of leadership.

About the Author

Italy Flag This quote is written / told by Oriana Fallaci somewhere between July 24, 1929 and today. He/she was a famous Journalist from Italy. The author also have 31 other quotes.

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