Thomas T. Matthews
Thomas T. Matthews was an influential American magazine editor, journalist, and writer, best known for his tenure as editor of Time magazine from 1949 to 1953. During his time at Time, Matthews played a pivotal role in shaping the magazine's editorial direction and enhancing its reputation as a leading news source. His leadership coincided with a period of significant historical events, including the onset of the Cold War and the Korean War, which he covered with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity. Beyond his editorial work, Matthews contributed to the broader landscape of American journalism through his insightful articles and commentary. His ability to distill complex issues into accessible narratives made him a respected figure in the field. Matthews's legacy endures in the realm of magazine journalism, where his influence can be seen in the standards of reporting and editorial practices that followed his era. His contributions helped define the role of magazines in American media, making him a notable figure in 20th-century journalism.
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View all 14 quotes“When life seems too cruel, and there seems too little love in it. When you feel you have failed. When you don't know what the point is. When you cannot go on. I want you to draw strength from me then. I want you to remember how much I cherished you, how I lived for you. When the world seems full of giants who dwarf you, when it feels like a struggle just to keep your head up, I want you to remember there is more to live for than mere achievement. It is worth something to be a good man. It cannot be worth nothing to do the right thing.””
“Life is going to give you things to be angry at. I don’t want you to be consumed by that anger or forget how much you’re capable of.””
“When I am gone, I want you to hear my voice in your head. Hear it when you most need to, when you feel most hopeless, when you feel most alone. When life seems too cruel, and there seems too little love in it. When you feel you have failed. When you don’t know what the point is. When you cannot go on. I want you to draw strength from me then. I want you to remember how much I cherished you, how I lived for you. When the world seems full of giants who dwarf you, when it feels like a struggle just to keep your head up, I want you to remember there is more to live for than mere achievement. It is worth something to be a good man. It cannot be worth nothing to do the right thing.””
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