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Citizens Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson

“...International education cannot be the work of one country. It is the responsibility and promise of all nations. It calls for free exchange and full collaboration...The knowledge of our citizens is one treasure which grows only when it is shared.” quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
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“...International education cannot be the work of one country. It is the responsibility and promise of all nations. It calls for free exchange and full collaboration...The knowledge of our citizens is one treasure which grows only when it is shared.”

Lyndon B. Johnson

About This Quote

Source Speech: International Education Address, 1965

Education is a shared global responsibility requiring free exchange and collaboration among nations.

In simple terms: Nations must work together on education.

Key Takeaway

Promote worldwide cooperation in education.

Themes

global cooperation education shared responsibility

Mood

optimistic serious

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • UN conferences
  • student exchange programs
  • joint research projects

Key Concepts

collaboration knowledge sharing cultural exchange

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can nations overcome distrust to share knowledge?
  • What policies foster equitable educational exchange?
A Different Perspective

Political tensions can hinder collaboration.

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