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Democracy Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt

“The motivating force of the theory of a Democratic way of life is still a belief that as individuals we live cooperatively, and, to the best of our ability, serve the community in which we live, and that our own success, to be real, must contribute t” quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
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“The motivating force of the theory of a Democratic way of life is still a belief that as individuals we live cooperatively, and, to the best of our ability, serve the community in which we live, and that our own success, to be real, must contribute t”

Eleanor Roosevelt

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public address on democratic values, 1945

Democracy thrives when individuals cooperate and serve their community

In simple terms: Cooperation builds real success

Key Takeaway

Contribute to community for personal fulfillment

Themes

democracy cooperation service

Mood

hopeful idealistic

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • community projects
  • volunteer work
  • local governance

Key Concepts

Collective responsibility social contract

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can personal goals align with community service?
  • What obstacles hinder cooperative action?
A Different Perspective

Idealistic view may overlook personal ambition

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