Citizens Quote by George H. W. Bush
“Every problem that the country faces is being solved in some community by some group or some individual. The question is how to get connected so that the whole nation can solve problems. A volunteer is a person who can see what others cannot see; who can feel what most do not feel. Often, such gifted persons do not think of themselves as volunteers, but as citizens - citizens in the fullest sense; partners in civilization.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: National Volunteer Conference, 1990
Local initiatives solve national problems; volunteers act as insightful citizens, not just helpers.
In simple terms: Community action solves big issues.
Key Takeaway
Support and connect grassroots volunteers.
Themes
community
volunteering
citizenship
Mood
optimistic
serious
Type
inspirational
strategic
When to use this quote
- government policy
- nonprofit coordination
- online platforms
Key Concepts
social capital
collective problem solving
civic duty
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we scale local solutions nationally?
- What barriers prevent volunteer connectivity?
A Different Perspective
Volunteer impact may be limited without systemic change.
