A man either lives life as it happens to him, meets it head-on and licks it, or he turns his back on it and starts to wither away.
Gene RoddenberryRead
For Star Trek proves, as faulty as individual episodes could be, is that the much-maligned common man and common woman has an enormous hunger for brotherhood. They are ready for the twenty-third century now, and they are light-years ahead of their petty governments and their visionless leaders.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote speaks to the intrinsic desire for connection among people, transcending the flaws of governance and leadership.
Gene Roddenberry's quote emphasizes the idea that the ordinary people possess a profound yearning for unity and connection, indicating that they are more advanced in their understanding of community and brotherhood than their leaders, who may be out of touch. This sentiment reflects optimism about human nature and the potential for society to progress beyond the limitations imposed by ineffective governance.
Themes
BrotherhoodCommunityHumanityLeadershipConnection
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote in a speech about the importance of community engagement.
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