America Quote by Emma Goldman
“Democracy must first be safe for America before it can be safe for the world.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on democracy, 1917
Democracy must first be secure within a nation before it can protect global peace.
In simple terms: Secure national democracy before global safety.
Key Takeaway
Strengthen domestic democratic institutions.
Themes
democracy
security
global peace
nationalism
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- election reforms
- civil rights movements
- foreign policy debates
Key Concepts
political theory
international relations
Questions to Reflect On
- Can a nation be democratic yet isolationist?
- How does internal stability affect foreign policy?
A Different Perspective
Nationalism may conflict with global cooperation.
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