Books Quote by Franklin D Roosevelt
“If in other lands the press and books and literature of all kinds are censored, we must redouble our efforts here to keep them free”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address on Freedom of the Press, Franklin D Roosevelt, 1938
Defend free expression locally when it’s censored elsewhere.
In simple terms: Protect local press freedom when others censor.
Key Takeaway
Support and protect uncensored media.
Themes
freedom
press
censorship
resilience
activism
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- journalism
- education
- policy advocacy
- community organizing
Key Concepts
censorship resistance
media liberty
democratic values
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we aid censored societies?
- What responsibilities accompany free press?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on local freedom may ignore global pressures.
