Cry Quote by Jose Ortega y Gasset
“Liberalism -- it is well to recall this today -- is the supreme form of generosity; it is the right which the majority concedes to minorities and hence it is the noblest cry that has ever resounded in this planet. It announces the determination to share existence with the enemy; more than that, with an enemy which is weak.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown source, likely political commentary
The quote praises liberalism as the highest generosity, granting rights to minorities and sharing existence even with weak enemies.
In simple terms: Liberalism is generous, giving rights to minorities and even to weak opponents.
Recognize generosity in protecting minority rights.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- civil rights movements
- community building
- conflict mediation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does generosity affect power dynamics?
- When should compromise be limited?
May overlook power imbalances where majority dominance persists.