“Posterity — you will never know how much it has cost the present generation to preserve your freedom. I hope you will make good use of it”
— John Quincy Adams
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People today have worked hard and sacrificed a lot to ensure that future generations — the people coming after them — have freedom. These efforts often come with significant costs, like fighting in wars, standing up against injustice, or making difficult decisions. For example, soldiers and civil rights activists put their lives on the line so that others can live in a free and just society. Because so much has been given to secure this freedom, it’s important that those who benefit from it use it wisely. This means making the most of the opportunities they have and not taking their freedoms for granted. By being responsible and making positive contributions to the world, future generations honor the sacrifices made by those before them.
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Duty Freedom Future generations Gratitude Legacy Posterity Preservation Responsibility SacrificeFEATURED QUOTES
