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“And this is the time. It is the time for this land to become again a witness to the world for what is noble and just in human affairs. It is the time to live more with faith and less with fear- with an abiding confidence that can sweep away the strongest barriers between us and teach us that we…” quote by George McGovern
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“And this is the time. It is the time for this land to become again a witness to the world for what is noble and just in human affairs. It is the time to live more with faith and less with fear- with an abiding confidence that can sweep away the strongest barriers between us and teach us that we truly are brothers and sisters.”

George McGovern

About This Quote

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

A call for humanity to act justly, with faith over fear, recognizing shared brotherhood and overcoming barriers.

In simple terms: Act justly, have faith, see each other as siblings.

Key Takeaway

Embrace unity and courage.

Themes

justice faith unity humanity courage

Mood

hopeful determined inspirational

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political activism
  • community building
  • interfaith dialogue
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

social solidarity ethical responsibility collective identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we turn shared brotherhood into concrete action?
  • What fears must we confront to act justly?
A Different Perspective

Idealism may overlook practical constraints and differing values.

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