Americanism Quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower
“Recognition of the Supreme Being was the first - the most basic - expression of Americanism.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Farewell Address, 1961
American identity began with acknowledging a higher power.
In simple terms: America’s roots tied to belief in a supreme being.
Recognize spiritual foundations in national identity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- civic education
- public policy
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think national identity needs a spiritual component?
- How does this belief affect policy?
Secular perspectives may challenge this view.