Admirable Quote by Theodore Roosevelt
“I think we are warranted in contending that a society thus constituted, and which may be rendered so admirable an engine of improvement, far from meriting reproach, deserves highly of the community.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Theodore Roosevelt’s Address to the National Conservation Congress, 1908
A well‑structured society can be a powerful engine of progress, deserving high esteem from its members.
In simple terms: A good society drives improvement.
Key Takeaway
Support and improve your community.
Themes
society
progress
community
improvement
Mood
optimistic
determined
Type
political
motivational
When to use this quote
- public policy
- community organizing
- education reform
Key Concepts
political theory
civic engagement
social engineering
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you do to strengthen your community?
- How do you address inequities within society?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing society may overlook its flaws and dissent.
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