Country Quote by Randy Pausch
“We've placed a lot of emphasis in this country on the idea of people's rights. That's how it should be, but it makes no sense to talk about rights without also talking about responsibilities.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Commencement Address, University of Virginia, 2008
Rights are meaningless without accompanying responsibilities; both must be balanced.
In simple terms: Rights need responsibilities.
Pair rights with duties.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- community service
- legal education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities accompany your freedoms?
- How do you ensure balance in society?
Rights alone can be abused.