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He emphasizes that a lack of faith in progress hampers efforts to innovate and develop. If society collectively doubts the possibility or desirability of future advancements, then efforts to create a better world diminish.
The Optimistic Vision of the Future
Despite setbacks, Crawford maintains an optimistic outlook. The world today is far better than 200 years ago, with vast reductions in extreme poverty and dramatic increases in life expectancy. This achievement demonstrates the profound power of progress.