Communication Quote by Charles M Province
““It is the Soldier, not the minister Who has given us freedom of religion. It is the Soldier, not the reporter Who has given us freedom of the press. It is the Soldier, not the poet Who has given us freedom of speech. It is the Soldier, not the campus organizer Who has given us freedom to protest. It is the Soldier, not the lawyer Who has given us the right to a fair trial. It is the Soldier, not the politician Who has given us the right to vote. It is the Soldier who salutes the flag, Who serves beneath the flag, And whose coffin is draped by the flag, Who allows the protester to burn the flag.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown (likely political rally), date unknown
The quote argues that military service, not other professions, secures fundamental freedoms and civic rights.
In simple terms: Soldiers protect freedoms more than anyone else.
Key Takeaway
Respect and support the military’s role in safeguarding rights.
Themes
freedom
military
civic duty
Mood
patriotic
reflective
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- voting
- protests
- press freedom
- fair trials
- religious practice
Key Concepts
civil liberties
national defense
public service
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance military influence with democratic accountability?
- What role should civilians play in protecting freedoms?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks contributions of other groups and the importance of civilian oversight.
