Quote by Norman Thomas

To us Americans much has been given; of us much is required. With all our faults and mistakes, it is our strength in support of the freedom our forefathers loved which has saved mankind from subjection to totalitarian power.

To us Americans much has been given; of us much is required.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the responsibility and duty that falls upon Americans due to the privileges they have been endowed with. Despite acknowledging their flaws and errors, it suggests that it is their commitment to defending the cherished freedom envisioned by their predecessors that has prevented humanity from being subjected to dictatorial authority. In essence, it underscores the idea that Americans possess a moral obligation to utilize their strengths and strive towards protecting and upholding the principles of liberty.

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