America Quote by Daniel Webster
“Nothing will ruin the country if the people themselves will' undertake its safety, and nothing can save it, if they leave that safety in any hands but their own.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: U.S. Senate, 1835, “On National Security”
Citizens must protect their own safety; relying on others endangers the nation.
In simple terms: People must safeguard their own country.
Key Takeaway
Take personal responsibility for security.
Themes
civic duty
self‑reliance
nationalism
Mood
serious
patriotic
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- local governance
- civil defense
- community watch
Key Concepts
security
responsibility
community engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance personal and collective safety?
- What role should government play?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on self may ignore collective benefits.
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