Wars and elections are both too big and too small to matter in the long run. The daily work – that goes on, it adds up.
Meaning of the quote
Wars and elections may seem very important at the time, but in the long run, they don't matter as much as the small, everyday things we do. The daily work and actions we take every day are what really add up and make a difference over time.
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