Government Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“A government can be no better than the public opinion which sustains it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Nation, 1935
Government quality mirrors the public opinion that supports it.
In simple terms: A government is only as good as the people who back it.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate informed, engaged citizens to improve governance.
Themes
civic duty
democracy
public opinion
Mood
hopeful
urgent
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- voting
- community activism
- policy advocacy
- education reform
Key Concepts
political theory
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens ensure their opinions are well‑informed?
- What mechanisms can check public opinion’s influence?
A Different Perspective
If public opinion is misinformed, the government may still be flawed.
