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About this quote

What does it mean?
The future should be guided by freedom rather than fear.
In plain terms
Freedom is the right way to shape the future.
What can you take from it?
Choose freedom over fear in facing the future.

Where it applies

  • national crises
  • policy debates
  • personal choices

Putting it to work

  • promote liberty
  • challenge fear tactics
  • uphold democratic values

Questions to consider

  • When does fear serve us?
  • What values guide your future?

Another view

Freedom without safeguards can create new vulnerabilities.

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