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Of all human powers operating on the affairs of mankind, none is greater than that of competition
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"Of all human powers operating on the affairs of mankind, none is greater than that of competition"

- Henry Clay

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Henry Clay's quote speaks to the power of competition in human affairs. He suggests that competitors is an effective force that can form the course of history. Competitors can drive development, development, and growth. It can also develop a sense of urgency and inspire people to strive for quality. Competitors can also cause conflict and strife, as individuals aim to outshine each other. Eventually, competition can be an effective tool for excellent or ill, depending on how it is used. It can be a force for positive modification, or it can lead to destructive outcomes. Eventually, it depends on us to decide how to utilize competition to our advantage.

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Henry Clay This quote is written / told by Henry Clay between April 12, 1777 and June 29, 1852. He was a famous Statesman from USA. The author also have 9 other quotes.

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