Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt

If the fires of freedom and civil liberties burn low in other lands, they must be made brighter in our own. If in other lands the press and books and literature of all kinds are censored, we must redouble our efforts here to keep them free. If in other lands the eternal truths of the past are threatened by intolerance we must provide a safe place for their perpetuation.


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Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of preserving freedom and civil liberties within our own country when they are endangered elsewhere. It urges us to protect essential elements such as freedom of the press and literature, which may be censored in other lands, by increasing our efforts to maintain their freedom. Furthermore, it highlights the need to uphold timeless truths and resist intolerance, offering a sanctuary where these fundamental principles can continue to exist unimpeded.

By Franklin D. Roosevelt
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