Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt

True individual freedom cannot exist without economic security and independence. People who are hungry and out of a job are the stuff of which dictatorships are made.

True individual freedom cannot exist without economic securi

Summary

This quote highlights the essential connection between economic security and individual freedom. It suggests that without the guarantee of basic needs such as food and employment, people are vulnerable to exploitation and manipulation. The quote implies that economic inequality can undermine democracy, as it creates fertile ground for dictatorial regimes to arise. Hence, the pursuit of economic security and independence is crucial for the preservation of individual freedom and the prevention of authoritarianism.

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By Franklin D. Roosevelt

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