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Being at peace Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt

“The structure of world peace cannot be the work of one man or one party or one nation. It must be a peace which rests on the cooperative effort of the whole world.” quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
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“The structure of world peace cannot be the work of one man or one party or one nation. It must be a peace which rests on the cooperative effort of the whole world.”

Franklin D. Roosevelt

About This Quote

Source Speech: United Nations Conference, 1945

Global peace requires collective action, not the effort of a single entity.

In simple terms: Peace is a shared responsibility.

Key Takeaway

Collaborate across borders for lasting peace.

Themes

cooperation globalism peacebuilding

Mood

hopeful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • NGO work
  • community initiatives
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

collective action international relations diplomacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can individuals contribute to global peace?
  • What obstacles hinder worldwide cooperation?
A Different Perspective

May be idealistic; differing national interests can hinder cooperation.

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