I believe in the supreme worth of the individual and in his right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Every person has inherent value and deserves fundamental freedoms to live and seek fulfillment.
- In plain terms
- People are valuable and should be free to live and be happy.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect individual rights and autonomy in all interactions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you uphold others' freedom?
- Where does individuality end and duty begin?
Another view
Individual rights must balance with collective responsibility.
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