Quotables

Every year the New York Times writes a special article that shares with the world what graduation speakers at various commencements in the United States shared with the graduates. I find many to be inspiring and a great read. Enjoy!

John McCain
United States Senator
Commencement: Ohio Wesleyan University

"You might think that I’m now going to advise you not to be afraid to fail. I’m not. Be afraid. Speaking from considerable experience, failing stinks. Just don’t be undone by it. Failure is no more a permanent condition than is success." 

You can read advice from other speakers by clicking here for the article.