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I dont understand why people in this country are so bent on doing the perfect, when you have something that is good and
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"I don't understand why people in this country are so bent on doing the 'perfect,' when you have something that is good and makes sense from a cost-benefit point of view"

- George Voinovich

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This quote by George Voinovich speaks to the concept that people in this nation typically pursue perfection, even when it is not essential. He suggests that people need to focus on what is great and makes good sense from a cost-benefit perspective. This implies that people must not be so concentrated on attaining perfection, however rather on finding an option that is useful and cost-efficient. This quote speaks to the concept that individuals need to not be so concentrated on accomplishing excellence, but rather on finding an option that is practical and economical. It also recommends that people should be more available to jeopardize and be willing to accept something that is excellent and makes good sense from a cost-benefit point of view. This quote motivates people to be more open-minded and to focus on finding solutions that are practical and cost-effective, rather than pursuing perfection.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by George Voinovich somewhere between July 15, 1936 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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