"Turn where we may, within, around, the voice of great events is proclaiming to us, Reform, that you may preserve!"
- Thomas B. Macaulay
About this Quote
This quote by Thomas B. Macaulay is a call to action for reform. He is suggesting that we should act now in order to preserve our existing state. He is stressing the value of reform and how it is needed to ensure our future. He is stating that no matter where we look, the voice of fantastic occasions is informing us that reform is necessary. He is recommending that we must take action now in order to avoid further destruction and mayhem. He is alerting us that if we do not act now, we may not have the ability to protect our current state. This quote is a reminder that we need to act now in order to guarantee our future.
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