Ambition Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
“The family is the corner stone of our society. More than any other force it shapes the attitude, the hopes, the ambitions, and the values of the child. And when the family collapses it is the children that are usually damaged. When it happens on a massive scale the community itself is crippled.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the 1965 White House Conference on Children, 1965
Family shapes children's values, hopes, and ambitions; its collapse harms both children and society at large.
In simple terms: Family influences children's development and societal health.
Key Takeaway
Support strong families for healthier communities.
Themes
family
society
development
values
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
sociological
policy-oriented
When to use this quote
- parenting programs
- education policy
- community support groups
- mental health services
Key Concepts
socialization
intergenerational impact
community resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does family stability affect community wellbeing?
- What policies can reinforce family structures?
A Different Perspective
Families alone cannot solve systemic inequality; broader social safety nets are needed.
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