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Let us not paralyze our capacity for good by brooding of mans capacity for evil
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"Let us not paralyze our capacity for good by brooding of man's capacity for evil"

- David Sarnoff

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This quote by David Sarnoff encourages us to concentrate on the excellent that we can do in the world, instead of home on the capacity for evil. He is suggesting that if we focus too much on the capacity for evil, we will become paralyzed and unable to do any good. He is highlighting the importance of taking a look at the positive elements of life and utilizing our capacity for excellent to make a distinction. He is reminding us that we have the power to make a favorable impact on the planet, and that we must not let our worry of evil stop us from doing so. By concentrating on the good, we can produce a better world for ourselves and for future generations.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by David Sarnoff between February 27, 1891 and December 12, 1971. He/she was a famous Inventor from USA. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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