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“Dorothy Day said - and I'm sure that Kathy Kelly would say the same thing - 'I'm working toward a world in which it will be easier for people to behave decently.' Now, think about that: a world in which it will be easier for people to behave decently.” quote by Studs Terkel
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“Dorothy Day said - and I'm sure that Kathy Kelly would say the same thing - 'I'm working toward a world in which it will be easier for people to behave decently.' Now, think about that: a world in which it will be easier for people to behave decently.”

Studs Terkel

About This Quote

A world where decent behavior is easy would reduce moral effort, highlighting the importance of social structures that support virtue.

In simple terms: Easier to be decent in a supportive world.

Key Takeaway

Promote environments that enable decency.

Themes

morality social design community ethics human behavior

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

social inspirational

When to use this quote

  • urban planning
  • education systems
  • workplace culture
  • online communities

Key Concepts

sociology public policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What changes would make decency easier?
  • How do you contribute to a supportive environment?
A Different Perspective

Even in easy contexts, personal responsibility remains.

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