Famous quote by King Abdullah II

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Today more than ever we need creative minds to address the issues of the age. And one of the most urgent is this: How ca
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"Today more than ever we need creative minds to address the issues of the age. And one of the most urgent is this: How can humanity know so much, achieve so much, and still fail so many people so badly?"

- King Abdullah II

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This quote by King Abdullah II talks to the need for imaginative minds to attend to the problems of our time. He is highlighting the truth that in spite of the advances in understanding and innovation, many individuals are still suffering and not taking advantage of these advances. He is requiring innovative minds to come up with solutions to this problem. He is highlighting the requirement for ingenious options to deal with the problems of hardship, inequality, and oppression that afflict our world. He is likewise highlighting the requirement for cooperation and cooperation in between nations and individuals to make sure that everyone has access to the same chances and resources. He is prompting us to use our knowledge and imagination to create a much better world for all.

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Jordan Flag This quote is written / told by King Abdullah II somewhere between January 30, 1962 and today. He/she was a famous Statesman from Jordan. The author also have 12 other quotes.

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