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Fear Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt

“There is a growing wave in this country of fear, and of intolerance which springs from fear. Sometimes it is a religious intolerance, sometimes it is a racial intolerance, but all intolerance grows from the same roots.” quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
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““There is a growing wave in this country of fear, and of intolerance which springs from fear. Sometimes it is a religious intolerance, sometimes it is a racial intolerance, but all intolerance grows from the same roots.””

Eleanor Roosevelt

About This Quote

Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, 1948

Intolerance stems from fear, whether religious or racial, sharing common roots.

In simple terms: Fear breeds intolerance across groups.

Key Takeaway

Address fear to reduce intolerance.

Themes

fear intolerance social cohesion

Mood

concerned reflective

Type

political social commentary

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • community building
  • education
  • media representation

Key Concepts

psychology prejudice social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies confront fear to lower intolerance?
  • What role does empathy play?
A Different Perspective

Fear can be deeply ingrained, making change slow.

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