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What does it mean?
He declares that today marks the final day of a past era.
In plain terms
Today ends an old era.
What can you take from it?
Recognize the transition.

Where it applies

  • cultural shifts
  • political turnover

Putting it to work

  • reflect on past lessons
  • plan for new direction

Questions to consider

  • What does the new era promise?

Another view

Some elements of the past may persist.

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