Environment Quote by Theodore Roosevelt
“I do not intend that our natural resources shall be exploited by the few against the interests of the many.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Conservation Address, 1908
Natural resources should serve the many, not be hoarded by a privileged few.
In simple terms: Resources belong to all, not a few.
Key Takeaway
Advocate fair and sustainable resource policies.
Themes
environment
justice
resource equity
public good
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- government policy
- community activism
- business ethics
- education campaigns
Key Concepts
sustainability
collective welfare
policy reform
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies ensure equitable resource distribution?
- How can individuals influence fair resource use?
A Different Perspective
Balancing economic growth with conservation can be contentious.
