Well I've said it before and I'll say it again - America's best days are yet to come. Our proudest moments are yet to be. Our most glorious achievements are just ahead.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker asserts that the nation's greatest achievements and moments are still in the future.
- In plain terms
- The best is still ahead for this country.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on future potential rather than past glories.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does 'best days' mean to you?
- How do you measure national progress?
Another view
It assumes linear progress which may not account for setbacks.
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