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”
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
Contribute to community for personal fulfillment
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- community projects
- volunteer work
- local governance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can personal goals align with community service?
- What obstacles hinder cooperative action?
Idealistic view may overlook personal ambition