Question

Men make history and not the other way around. In periods where there is no leadership, society stands still. Progress occurs when courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better meaning

Answer 1

Are you asking who's quote this is? If so then your answer should be Harry Truman. Truman was the 33rd president of US his office period was 1884-1972.
Hope this helps. (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧