Age Quote by John F. Kennedy
“But wherever we are, we must all, in our daily lives, live up to the age-old faith that peace and freedom walk together. In too many of our cities today, the peace is not secure because freedom is incomplete." (John F. Kennedy, June 10, 1963, American University speech)”
About This Quote
Source Speech: American University, June 10, 1963
Peace and freedom are interdependent; true peace cannot exist without complete freedom, and vice versa, requiring societies to address both.
In simple terms: Peace and freedom must go together.
Promote both liberty and security together.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- civil rights movement
- post‑war reconstruction
- democratic reforms
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can societies take to ensure both peace and freedom?
- How do we resolve conflicts where freedom is limited?
Achieving both may be hindered by entrenched power structures.