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Donald Trump's Commencement Address: Courage to Be an Outsider

Forbes Breaking NewsMay 2, 20252 min5,698 views
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The Courage of an Outsider

  • 💡 To change the world, one must have the courage to be an outsider and take risks.
  • 🎯 Progress doesn't come from those content with a broken system, but from those who aim to fix it.
  • 🚀 Breaking the system, though not easy and met with resistance, is necessary for achieving significant success and reaching the top.

Vision and Instinct

  • 🧠 Following your own instincts and maintaining the right vision are crucial, as nothing can hold you back if your vision is sound.
  • 💬 The speaker notes how many in the tech industry, who were critical in his first term, are now supportive.

The Businessman as President

  • 🏆 Trump highlights his unique position as the first businessman to win a presidential election, contrasting with the typical politician or general.
  • 📈 He believes his business instincts have been key to his success and the success of his administration.
  • 🗣️ While some might view him as a better politician due to his presidential win, he identifies primarily as a businessman.
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