History Quotes - Page 2

There never has been a time in our history when work was so abundant or when wages were as high, whether measured by the currency in which they are paid or by their power to supply the necessaries and comforts of life.

History is formed by the people, those who have power and those without power. Each one of us makes history.

Strangers are exciting, their mystery never ends. But, there's nothing like looking at your own history in the faces of your friends.

When you think about archaeology, archaeology is the only field that allows us to tell the story of 99 percent of our history prior to 3,000 B.C. and writing.

Should any political party attempt to abolish social security, unemployment insurance, and eliminate labor laws and farm programs, you would not hear of that party again in our political history.

There are still many causes worth sacrificing for,... -Michelle Obama

There are still many causes worth sacrificing for, so much history yet to be made.

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This quote acknowledges the presence of ongoing causes and the potential for further historical developments. It implies a belief in the existence of meaningful causes that warrant personal sacrifices and a recognition of the potential for future events and achievements to shape history.

To understand a science, it is necessary to know i... -Auguste Comte

To understand a science, it is necessary to know its history.

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This quote highlights the importance of studying the history of a particular scientific discipline to gain a comprehensive understanding of its development, principles, and theories. It implies a belief that historical context and insights are crucial for grasping the essence and significance of a scientific field.

Statutes authorizing unreasonable searches were the core concern of the framers of the 4th Amendment.

If you look at history, innovation doesn't come just from giving people incentives; it comes from creating environments where their ideas can connect.

If anyone thinks they'd rather be in a different part of history, they're probably not a very good student of history. Life sucked in the old days. People knew very little, and you were likely to die at a young age of some horrible disease. You'd probably have no teeth by now. It would be particularly awful if you were a woman.

With God's help and guidance, we shall soon see the end of this most unpleasant chapter in our history.

We're not going to let anything get in our way of hitting our milestones and making history and showing the world that Hyperloop works.

If students get a sound education in the history, social effects and psychological biases of technology, they may grow to be adults who use technology rather than be used by it.

History is always changing behind us, and the past... -Hilary Mantel

History is always changing behind us, and the past changes a little every time we retell it.

World War II was the last government program that ... -George Will

World War II was the last government program that really worked.

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This quote presents World War II as an example of a large-scale government undertaking that effectively achieved its goals, contrasting it with more contemporary government programs that are perceived as less successful. It implies a belief in the effectiveness and efficiency of coordinated government actions during times of crisis or war.

Fellow citizens, we cannot escape history. We, of this Congress and this administration, will be remembered in spite of ourselves. No personal significance, or insignificance, can spare one or another of us. The fiery trial through which we pass will light us down in honor or dishonor, to the latest generation.

A poet in history is divine, but a poet in the nex... -Max Eastman

A poet in history is divine, but a poet in the next room is a joke.

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This quote contrasts the elevated status of a poet in the context of history with the diminished perception of a poet in close proximity. It implies a recognition of the difference in perception and appreciation of artistic figures based on their historical significance and proximity.

I often wonder what I will be remembered in histor... -Ferdinand Marcos

I often wonder what I will be remembered in history for. Scholar? Military hero? Builder?

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This quote reflects introspection and curiosity about one's potential contributions to history and how they may be remembered. It implies a contemplation of personal legacy and the desire to leave a lasting impact or be recognized for specific achievements or roles.

I've been knocked down more than any heavyweight c... -Floyd Patterson

I've been knocked down more than any heavyweight champion in history.

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This quote humorously asserts that the speaker has faced numerous setbacks or failures in their life, surpassing even the experiences of heavyweight boxing champions who have endured physical knockdowns in the ring. It implies a resilient and determined attitude towards overcoming obstacles.

I don't want a Black History Month. Black history ... -Morgan Freeman

I don't want a Black History Month. Black history is American history.

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This quote challenges the notion of segregating or compartmentalizing Black history into a designated month, arguing that Black history is an integral part of American history and should be acknowledged and recognized as such throughout the year. It implies a call for inclusivity and a broader perspective on history.

I long for the time when all human history is taug... -Maya Angelou

I long for the time when all human history is taught as one history, because it really is.

False history gets made all day, any day, the trut... -Adrienne Rich

False history gets made all day, any day, the truth of the new is never on the news.

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This quote suggests that misinformation or distorted versions of history are frequently created or perpetuated, often overshadowing the truth. It implies a critique of media narratives and the recognition that the news may not always reflect or prioritize the objective reality of historical events.

On July 2, 1964, President Johnson signed into law the Civil Rights Act. Its enactment, following the longest continuous debate in the history of the U.S. Senate, enshrined into law the basic principle upon which our country was founded - that all people are created equal.

History in its broadest aspect is a record of man'... -Ellsworth Huntington

History in its broadest aspect is a record of man's migrations from one environment to another.

There comes a time in the life of every nation when it stands at the crossroads of history and must choose which way to go.

Google is arguably one of the greatest inventions. The search engine is one of the greatest inventions in human history.

There is not to be found, in all history, any miracle attested by a sufficient number of men, of such unquestioned good sense, education and learning, as to secure us against all delusion in themselves.

The history of thought, of knowledge, of philosophy, of literature seems to be seeking, and discovering, more and more discontinuities, whereas history itself appears to be abandoning the irruption of events in favor of stable structures.

The notion of women being written out of history is as old as the Bible, but it always seems more galling when it is the history of progressive movements - such as the abolitionist campaign in Britain or the fight for African-American civil rights - in which the role of women has been diminished.

What happens when good people are put into an evil place? Do they triumph or does the situation dominate their past history and morality?

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