Quote by Jimmy Carter

America did not invent human rights. In a very real sense... human rights invented America.

America did not invent human rights. In a very real sense...

Summary

This quote suggests that the concept of human rights is not a creation of America, but rather, America owes its existence and development to the ideals and principles of human rights. It emphasizes that America was built upon the fundamental notion that all individuals have inherent rights, and these rights were instrumental in shaping the country's foundation. By acknowledging the underlying importance of human rights, the quote challenges any notion that America solely introduced or defined this concept, reminding us that the concept of human rights transcends any particular nation or time.

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