The idea for which this nation stands will not survive if the highest goal free man can set themselves is an amiable mediocrity. Excellence implies striving for the highest standards in every phase of life.
-- John W. Gardner
   
John W. Gardner   Name:
John W. Gardner
Type:
Educator
Nationality:
American
Birth:
October 8, 1912
Death:
February 16, 2002
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