"Let us remember there is not a poor person in the United States who was not made poor by his own shortcomings."

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Source: Russell Conwell (2013). “Acres of Diamonds: The Secret Edition - Open Your Heart to the Real Power and Magic of Living Faith and Let the Heaven Be in You, Go Deep Inside Yourself and Back, Feel the Crazy and Divine Love and Live for Your Dreams”, p.17, Lulu Press, Inc

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Russell Conwell

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Russell Conwell was an American orator and author, best known for his lecture 'Acres of Diamonds,' which emphasizes the importance of recognizing opportunities for success.

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