“Each generation doubtless feels called upon to reform the world. Mine knows that it will not reform it, but its task is perhaps even greater. It consists in preventing the world from destroying itself.”
— Albert Camus
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People often believe that their generation has the responsibility to improve the world. However, some may realize that making the world perfect is impossible. Instead, their important job is to stop things from getting worse or from falling apart completely. For example, imagine a family living in a house that’s getting old and falling apart. If they can’t afford to make it like new, their main work should be to keep it from collapsing. That way, they can ensure the safety and well-being of their family. Likewise, we might not fix all of the world’s problems, but we should stop it from becoming a disaster. By doing this, we protect and preserve what we have for future generations.
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