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“We found ... that being a good parent to one's own child was never and in no way enough; until we were all responsible for all the children of the world, no child would ever be safe, no society could survive.” quote by Eda LeShan
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“We found ... that being a good parent to one's own child was never and in no way enough; until we were all responsible for all the children of the world, no child would ever be safe, no society could survive.”

Eda LeShan

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

True safety for children requires collective responsibility, not just parental care.

In simple terms: Society must protect all children, not just one's own.

Key Takeaway

Promote community support for child welfare.

Themes

parenthood social responsibility child safety

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

ethical activist

When to use this quote

  • public policy
  • neighborhood watch
  • school programs

Key Concepts

collective duty global ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can communities share child‑care duties?
  • What policies best protect all children?
A Different Perspective

May underestimate individual agency.

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