Adverse Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“The duty of the State toward the citizen is the duty of the servant to its master… One of the duties of the State is that of caring for those of its citizens who find themselves the victims of such adverse circumstances as makes them unable to obtain even the necessities for mere existence without the aid of others… To these unfortunate citizens aid must be extended by government--not as a matter of charity but as a matter of social duty.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Second Inaugural Address, 1933
The government’s responsibility is to support citizens who cannot meet basic needs, not as charity but as a social obligation.
In simple terms: State must help those in dire need.
Key Takeaway
Provide essential aid, not handouts.
Themes
social welfare
government responsibility
poverty alleviation
Mood
empathetic
serious
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- unemployment assistance
- housing aid
- food security
- healthcare access
Key Concepts
social contract
public policy
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance aid with personal responsibility?
- What mechanisms ensure aid reaches the truly needy?
A Different Perspective
Implementation can be hampered by bureaucracy and political opposition.
