"nothing in the world can take the [place of persistence. talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. the slogan 'Press On' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race."
-Calvin Coolidge, 30th president of the United States


Reflection: Persistence is the only thing that will keep you motivated to actually complete your goal. without persistence you would do and be nothing. for example in life when i go to college i will keep persisting in getting good grades because i want to graduate  college and become someone in life. i can only achieve my diploma by persistence.