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Arthur C. Clarke

This is the first age that's ever paid much attention to the future, which is a little ironic since we may not have one.

Arthur C. Clarke

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Arthur C. Clarke is pointing out that modern society is uniquely focused on planning and worrying about what lies ahead.

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