At all times, day by day, we have to continue fighting for freedom of religion, freedom of speech, and freedom from want - for these are things that must be gained in peace as well as in war. (15 April 1943)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Civil liberties must be defended continuously, not just during crises.
- In plain terms
- Keep fighting for rights even in peace.
- What can you take from it?
- Defend freedom every day.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What freedom am I taking for granted?
Another view
Resource constraints limit daily activism for many.
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