"Cynicism passes off for wisdom. But cynicism doesn’t liberate a continent. Cynicism doesn’t build a transcontinental railroad. Cynicism doesn’t send a man to the moon. Cynicism doesn’t invent the Internet. Cynicism doesn’t give women the right to vote. Cynicism doesn’t make sure that people are treated equally regardless of race.
"Cynicism is a choice, and hope is a better choice.
"And I am not going to get cynical; I’m staying hopeful, and I hope you do too."
— Barack Obama at Lake Harriet Bandshell, Minneapolis, MN June 27, 2014