Quote by Jane Addams

The good we secure for ourselves is precarious and uncertain - until it is secured for all of us and incorporated into our common life.

The good we secure for ourselves is precarious and uncertain

Summary

This quote suggests that personal gain and individual prosperity are not enough to truly create stability and security. It emphasizes the importance of extending the benefits and progress we achieve to the collective society. Only when we ensure that everyone can access and participate in the benefits we experience, can we establish a solid foundation for a stable and secure existence for all. This quote calls for the integration of personal success into the broader community, highlighting the necessity of inclusivity and shared well-being for true stability.

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Poverty

By Jane Addams

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