Journalism still, in a democracy, is the essential force to get the public educated and mobilized to take action on behalf of our ancient ideals.
Doris Kearns GoodwinRead
I really believe that what happens one day affects the next, and I think that came from that experience of learning that if I told the score inning by inning, play by play, it built up to its natural climax.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our actions and experiences are interconnected, influencing our future.
In this quote, Doris Kearns Goodwin reflects on the idea that each moment we experience contributes to a larger narrative. By describing events incrementally, one can appreciate how they lead to a significant outcome, emphasizing the importance of understanding the continuity and impact of our actions over time.
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ExperienceConsequencesNarrativeContinuityAction
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about perseverance, I might quote this to illustrate the significance of each step we take towards our goals.
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