Altruism Quote by Chapman Cohen
![“[Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner belonged to] that small army of brave people who made it their duty, without thought of themselves or hope or expectation of reward, to strive for unpopular causes. [Chapman Cohen on the death of noted freethinker and peace advocate Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner]” quote by Chapman Cohen](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/43f/chapman-cohen-19666_altruism_hypatia-bradlaugh-bonner-belonged-to-tha_664654.jpg)
““[Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner belonged to] that small army of brave people who made it their duty, without thought of themselves or hope or expectation of reward, to strive for unpopular causes. [Chapman Cohen on the death of noted freethinker and peace advocate Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner]””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Memorial Lecture on Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner, 1935
He praises a small, selfless group fighting unpopular causes without seeking reward.
In simple terms: Selfless activism for unpopular causes.
Key Takeaway
Act selflessly for greater good.
Themes
activism
selflessness
unpopular causes
duty
Mood
inspirational
serious
Type
historical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social movements
- grassroots organizing
- personal sacrifice
Key Concepts
ethics
social change
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What causes would you champion without reward?
- How to sustain motivation in unpopular struggles?
A Different Perspective
Self‑interest can hinder collective action.
