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Dwight D. Eisenhower

The spirit of man is more important than mere physical strength, and the spiritual fiber of a nation than its wealth.

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Eisenhower emphasizes that a person's inner qualities, such as courage and determination, matter more than just their bodily power. Similarly, he argues that a country's character and values are more crucial to its success than its material riches.

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