Citizenship Quote by Vartan Gregorian
“In our democratic society, the library stands for hope, for learning, for progress, for literacy, for self-improvement and for civic engagement. The library is a symbol of opportunity, citizenship, equality, freedom of speech and freedom of thought, and hence, is a symbol for democracy itself.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Role of Libraries in Democracy”, 2008
Libraries embody democratic ideals, offering hope, learning, equality, and civic participation.
In simple terms: Libraries are democratic symbols of opportunity.
Key Takeaway
Support and use libraries for community growth.
Themes
education
democracy
citizenship
access
equality
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
informative
When to use this quote
- community development
- policy advocacy
- literacy programs
Key Concepts
social capital
public good
information freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities protect library funding?
- What role do libraries play in your life?
A Different Perspective
Funding cuts threaten library services.
