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“The mother is the one supreme asset of national life; she is more important by far than the successful statesman, or business man, or artist, or scientist.” quote by Theodore Roosevelt
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“The mother is the one supreme asset of national life; she is more important by far than the successful statesman, or business man, or artist, or scientist.”

Theodore Roosevelt

About This Quote

Source Speech: Address to the National Association of Women’s Clubs, 1910

He elevates the mother’s role above all other professions, viewing her as the nation’s most vital asset.

In simple terms: Mothers are essential to a nation’s health.

Key Takeaway

Value and support mothers in society.

Themes

family national identity gender roles valuation

Mood

respectful hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • public health
  • education

Key Concepts

maternal influence social structure

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies better support mothers?
  • What policies uplift maternal well‑being?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis may overlook other essential contributors.

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