When future historians are writing about the 20th century Senate, Senator Robert Byrd will surely be remembered as one of the giants who followed in the footsteps of Henry Clay and Daniel Webster.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Byrd believes he will be remembered as a giant in Senate history alongside historical figures.
- In plain terms
- He expects to be seen as a major historical figure like past senators.
- What can you take from it?
- Historical legacy depends on following great predecessors.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do we measure political greatness?
- What defines a historical giant?
Another view
Self-praise about future remembrance can seem presumptuous.
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