Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt

We look forward to a world founded upon four essential human freedoms. The first is freedom of speech and expression. The second is freedom of every person to worship God in his own way. The third is freedom from want. The fourth is freedom from fear.

We look forward to a world founded upon four essential human

Summary

This quote, attributed to Franklin D. Roosevelt, highlights the vision for a world built on four fundamental human freedoms. The first two pertain to individual autonomy, encompassing the right to express oneself freely and to practice religion without imposition. The latter two freedoms address more collective concerns, focusing on the absence of poverty and the elimination of fear. By emphasizing these four freedoms, Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of guaranteeing human rights, fostering equality, and ensuring a society where individuals are not inhibited by lack of basic needs or fear of persecution.

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