"One day, my youngest uncle - the other one who was first to go to college, Randy - and I were sitting out on the front porch. And he was brilliant. He ended up - he just retired from Boeing Aircraft in Wichita, Kansas"
- James Earl Jones
About this Quote
This quote by James Earl Jones speaks to the importance of education and the effect it can have on one's life. It tells the story of his youngest uncle, Randy, who was the first in his family to go to college. In spite of originating from a simple background, Randy was able to utilize his education to attain excellent success, eventually retiring from Boeing Aircraft in Wichita, Kansas. This quote serves as a tip that education can open up a world of chances, and that hard work and commitment can result in a successful profession. It also talks to the value of family and the support they can provide in helping one reach their goals. This quote is a testimony to the power of education and the possible it has to change lives.
This quote is written / told by James Earl Jones somewhere between January 17, 1931 and today. He was a famous Actor from USA.
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