As graduation nears for many students across America I am reminded of one of our most scholarly presidents, President Wilson. As he said, "Life does not consist in thinking, it consists in acting." It is important that students realize that the point of high school and college is not just learning but putting that learning into action. Read more of his quotes here.More from About.com
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Quotes by Woodrow Wilson
Sunday May 18, 2008
As graduation nears for many students across America I am reminded of one of our most scholarly presidents, President Wilson. As he said, "Life does not consist in thinking, it consists in acting." It is important that students realize that the point of high school and college is not just learning but putting that learning into action. Read more of his quotes here.Andrew Johnson - Saved by One Vote
Friday May 16, 2008
Never say one vote won't make a difference. On May 16, 1868, President Andrew Johnson was a lucky man. The Senate failed by just one vote to convict Andrew Johnson of attempting to undermine Congress. As a result of this and another vote on May 26th which again failed by just one vote. As a result he was not removed from office. The country would not experience another impeachment trial until the presidency of William Jefferson Clinton. Discuss
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