Life must be lived and curiosity kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life.
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The word liberal comes from the word free. We must cherish and honor the word free or it will cease to apply to us.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The concept of freedom is fundamental and should be valued to maintain its existence.
In this quote, Eleanor Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of the concept of freedom, which is inherently linked to the term 'liberal.' She suggests that society must respect and protect the idea of freedom; otherwise, it risks losing its significance and presence in our lives.
Themes
FreedomLiberalCherishHonorSociety
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about civil rights to emphasize the importance of preserving freedom.
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