Activity Quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower
“Un-American activity cannot be prevented or routed out by employing un-American methods; to preserve freedom we must use the tools that freedom provides.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Cold War address, United Nations, 1955
Freedom must be defended using democratic means, not the tactics of its enemies.
In simple terms: Defend freedom with freedom.
Key Takeaway
Uphold democratic principles.
Themes
freedom
ethics
politics
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- activism
- education programs
Key Concepts
civil liberties
foreign policy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance security and liberty?
- What tools does freedom provide for its defense?
A Different Perspective
Democratic tools may be insufficient against aggressive threats.
