Long ago Quote by Sarah Blake
““Long ago, I believed that, given a choice, peple would turn to good as they would turn to light. I believed that reporting-honest, unflinching pictutes of the truth-could be a becon to lead us to deamand that worongs be righted, injustices puniches, and the weak and inncoent cared for. I must have believed, when I started out, that the shoulder of public opinion could be put up against the door of public indifference and would, when given the proper direction, shove it wide with the power of wanting to stand on the side of angel. (Frances Bard)””
About This Quote
The belief that humanity will naturally choose goodness is idealistic; truth‑telling can inspire moral action but faces resistance.
In simple terms: People hope truth leads to good, but it’s not guaranteed.
Key Takeaway
Use truth responsibly to promote justice.
Themes
idealism
truth
morality
justice
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- journalism
- activism
- policy advocacy
- education campaigns
Key Concepts
ethical persuasion
public opinion
moral responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Can truth alone defeat injustice?
- How to balance hope with realism?
A Different Perspective
Truth alone may not change entrenched power structures.
