Calamity Quote by Grover Cleveland
“There is no calamity which a great nation can invite which equals that which follows a supine submission to wrong and injustice”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1896 Presidential Campaign, Grover Cleveland
A nation that tolerates injustice invites greater disaster than any external threat.
In simple terms: Accepting injustice harms a nation more than any attack.
Key Takeaway
Stand against wrong, not just external foes.
Themes
justice
politics
national integrity
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- government policy
- civil rights activism
- community leadership
Key Concepts
Moral responsibility
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- What injustices are ignored today?
- How can citizens hold leaders accountable?
A Different Perspective
Blind acceptance can erode moral foundations.
