Quote by Richard G. Scott

Freedom requires no effort to enjoy but requires heroic efforts to preserve.

Freedom requires no effort to enjoy but requires heroic effo

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting nature of freedom. Enjoying freedom comes naturally, as it grants individuals autonomy and the ability to make choices. However, preserving freedom is not as effortless. It requires courageous and relentless efforts to defend and protect the values, rights, and liberties that freedom provides. This quote serves as a reminder that maintaining freedom is a constant struggle, as it demands dedication, resilience, and even heroic actions to ensure its longevity for a society or an individual.

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Freedom

By Richard G. Scott

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