Diversity Quote by Marti Olsen Laney
““If we cannot now end our differences, at least we can help make the world safe for diversity. —John F. Kennedy””
About This Quote
Source Speech: John F. Kennedy, 1963 (paraphrased)
He urges that even if we can't end all differences, we should still protect diversity.
In simple terms: Protect diversity even amid disagreement.
Key Takeaway
Promote safety for varied perspectives.
Themes
tolerance
diversity
peacebuilding
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethics
social cohesion
political philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance unity and diversity?
- What policies best protect diverse groups?
A Different Perspective
Diversity safety can be a compromise.
![“If we cannot end now our differences, at least we can help make the world safe for diversity. [Commencement Address at American University, June 10 1963]” quote by John F. Kennedy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ae2/john-f-kennedy-246_diversity_if-we-cannot-end-now-our-differences-at_3163996.jpg)
