Change Quote by John F. Kennedy
““Peace is a daily, a weekly, a monthly process, gradually changing opinions, slowly eroding old barriers, quietly building new structures. And however undramatic the pursuit of peace, that pursuit must go on. [Address before the United Nations, September 20 1963] ””
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations Address, September 20 1963
Peace requires continuous, incremental effort across time, gradually reshaping attitudes and structures despite its modest appearance.
In simple terms: Peace is built slowly over time.
Commit to ongoing, small steps toward peace.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- community building
- diplomatic negotiations
- education reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What small actions can you take daily for peace?
- How do you sustain momentum in long‑term efforts?
Peace can be stalled by entrenched interests.