America Quote by Gerald R. Ford
“Let America symbolize humanity's struggle to conquer nature and master technology. The time has now come for our Government to facilitate the individual's control over his or her future - and of the future of America.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Presidential Address, United States, 1975
He envisions America as a symbol of humanity’s fight to dominate nature and technology, urging government to empower personal future control.
In simple terms: America should help individuals control their future.
Empower personal agency.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- technological innovation
- environmental planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can government support personal autonomy without overreach?
- What safeguards protect against misuse of technology?
Balancing progress with ethical constraints is challenging.