Americanism Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“The principle on which this country was founded and by which it has always been governed is that Americanism is a matter of the mind and heart; Americanism is not, and never was, a matter of race or ancestry.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Democratic National Convention, 1936
American identity is defined by shared values and ideals, not by ancestry or race.
In simple terms: America is about ideas, not race.
Key Takeaway
Promote inclusive civic values.
Themes
national identity
democracy
equality
citizenship
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- education
- community building
Key Concepts
civic philosophy
social cohesion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we strengthen shared values?
- In what ways do race narratives persist?
A Different Perspective
Excludes economic disparities that affect identity.
