Able Quote by Bernard Lown
“We physicians have focused on the nuclear threat as the singular issue of our era. We are not indifferent to other human rights and hard-won civil liberties. But first we must be able to bequeath to our children the most fundamental of all rights, which preconditions all others; the right to survival.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, 1995
The primary human right is survival; protecting it underpins all other rights and freedoms.
In simple terms: Survival is the foundation of all rights.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize basic safety.
Themes
human rights
survival
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
policy-oriented
When to use this quote
- public health policy
- environmental safety
- disaster preparedness
Key Concepts
Fundamental rights
interdependence
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies best ensure survival for future generations?
- How do we balance survival with other freedoms?
A Different Perspective
Survival focus may overlook immediate civil liberties concerns.
