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It must be borne in mind that the tragedy of life doesn't lie in not reaching your goal. The tragedy lies in having no goals to reach.
Benjamin E. Mays
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It must be borne in mind that the tragedy of life doesn't lie in not reaching your goal. The tragedy lies in having no goals to reach. — Benjamin E. Mays

About Benjamin E. Mays

Benjamin E. Mays was a Educator from United States (1894–1984).

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This quote is attributed to Benjamin E. Mays, a Educator from United States.
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Benjamin E. Mays lived from 1894 – 1984.
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