Able Quote by Barack Obama
“What can I do to make sure that middle-class families are feeling more secure, that more young people are able to access opportunity, that we are safe, that we are working with our international partners to try to create more order at a time when there's a lot of chaos? How do we deal with terrorism in a way that's consistent with our values? As long as I stay focused on those north stars, then I tend not to get too rattled.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Democratic National Convention, 2015
Ensuring middle‑class security, youth opportunity, safety, and global order amid chaos requires staying focused on core values and addressing terrorism consistently with those values.
In simple terms: Stay focused on core values to handle chaos and terrorism.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize values, act consistently.
Themes
policy
security
opportunity
values
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- community outreach
- policy reform
- international diplomacy
Key Concepts
social equity
terrorism
international relations
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the “north stars” for your community?
- How do you balance security with civil liberties?
A Different Perspective
Values may conflict with practical security measures.
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