Civil rights Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
“Those of us who believe in the right of any human being to belong to whatever church he sees fit, and to worship God in his own way, cannot be accused of prejudice when we do not want to see public education connected with religious control of the sc”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Education and Religion Debate, Eleanor Roosevelt, 1935
She defends religious freedom and opposes state-sponsored religion in schools, emphasizing personal choice.
In simple terms: Religion belongs to individuals, not public schools.
Key Takeaway
Protect religious liberty in education.
Themes
freedom
education
separation of church and state
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
political
advocacy
When to use this quote
- school policy
- community discussions
- legislative hearings
- parental guidance
Key Concepts
Human rights
civil liberty
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools respect all faiths?
- What limits should government have on religious expression?
A Different Perspective
Balancing diverse beliefs can be contentious.
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