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Commitment Quote by Walter Cronkite

“It seems to rise again when the crisis times come, and this is a time of most severe crisis, as we all know, not just for the history of the United States and the survival indeed of our democracy, but for the future peace of the world. And never before probably has the need for interfaith…” quote by Walter Cronkite
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“It seems to rise again when the crisis times come, and this is a time of most severe crisis, as we all know, not just for the history of the United States and the survival indeed of our democracy, but for the future peace of the world. And never before probably has the need for interfaith commitment been nearly as great as it is at this very moment.”

Walter Cronkite

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public Address on Interfaith Unity, 2001

During crises, societies need strong interfaith cooperation to preserve democracy and global peace.

In simple terms: Crises demand interfaith unity for peace.

Key Takeaway

Promote interfaith dialogue now.

Themes

faithocracy faith peace cooperation

Mood

urgent hopeful

Type

inspirational political

When to use this quote

  • Political leadership
  • community building
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

Interfaith commitment global stability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we foster trust across faiths?
  • What actions strengthen democratic resilience?
A Different Perspective

Interfaith efforts can be hindered by deep-seated mistrust.

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