Bears Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
“Our children should learn the general framework of their government and then they should know where they come in contact with the government, where it touches their daily lives and where their influence is exerted on the government. It must not be a distant thing, someone else's business, but they must see how every cog in the wheel of a democracy is important and bears its share of responsibility for the smooth running of the entire machine.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Democratic Education, Eleanor Roosevelt, 1945
Children must understand how government affects daily life and recognize their role and responsibility within it.
In simple terms: Teach kids how government works and their impact.
Key Takeaway
Educate youth on civic participation.
Themes
civic education
responsibility
democracy
Mood
inspirational
hopeful
Type
educational
activist
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- family discussions
- community projects
- youth councils
Key Concepts
government structure
citizen engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make civic topics relatable?
- What role can youth play in local decisions?
A Different Perspective
Complex political systems can seem abstract, limiting engagement.
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