Life must be lived and curiosity kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life.
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I believe that it is essential to our leadership in the world and to the development of true democracy in our country to have no discrimination in our country whatsoever. This is most important in the schools of our country.
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What this quote means
Eleanor Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of eliminating discrimination to foster true democracy and effective leadership.
In this quote, Eleanor Roosevelt asserts that leadership on a global scale and the cultivation of genuine democracy within the nation are fundamentally linked to the principle of equality and the absence of discrimination. She highlights the critical role that educational institutions play in this process, suggesting that schools must serve as inclusive environments to nurture democratic values and develop future leaders who appreciate diversity and equality.
Themes
DiscriminationDemocracyLeadershipEducationInclusion
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a civil rights rally, to emphasize the importance of equality.
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