I believe in the fireside. I believe in the democracy of home. I believe in the republicanism of the family. I believe in liberty, equality and love.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True democracy and liberty start in the home through love and equality.
- In plain terms
- I believe the home should be free and fair and full of love.
- What can you take from it?
- Build liberty and equality starting from the family unit.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is home?
- Does love equal freedom?
Another view
Families can sometimes be oppressive.
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