Leo Ryan's life and his deeds are about a life that was so much more than Guyana. He was relentless in his search for answers, answers that were not readily available by just asking questions...We remember him today because his story is so much like those of most Americans; we want to believe the best and we sometimes hear the worst.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Leo Ryan is remembered for seeking truth and representing American ideals.
- In plain terms
- Ryan sought truth and represents what many Americans want to believe.
- What can you take from it?
- Seeking truth defines a meaningful life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a life meaningful?
- Why do we remember some leaders?
Another view
It relies on knowing who Ryan was.
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