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“A Bible and a newspaper in every house, a good school in every district; all studied and appreciated as they merit; are the principal support of virtue, morality, and civil liberty.” quote by Benjamin Franklin
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“A Bible and a newspaper in every house, a good school in every district; all studied and appreciated as they merit; are the principal support of virtue, morality, and civil liberty.”

Benjamin Franklin

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Way to Wealth, 1758

Education and information are essential foundations for virtue, morality, and liberty, requiring widespread access to books, schools, and critical study.

In simple terms: Education and news support virtue, morality, and freedom.

Key Takeaway

Promote universal access to learning and information.

Themes

education virtue freedom information

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • schools
  • libraries
  • media outlets

Key Concepts

public literacy civic responsibility social progress

Questions to Reflect On

  • What barriers prevent universal education?
  • How can communities ensure equitable access?
A Different Perspective

Limited resources and inequality can hinder access.

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