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Harry S. Truman

Men make history and not the other way around. In periods where there is no leadership, society stands still. Progress occurs when courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better.

Harry S. Truman

Society

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People are the ones who shape historical events, rather than history shaping people. When strong and capable leaders are absent, society remains stagnant, but progress happens when these leaders take action to improve conditions.

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