Freedom prospers when religion is vibrant and the rule of law under God is acknowledged.
Ronald ReaganRead
If some among you fear taking a stand because you are afraid of reprisals from customers, clients, or even government, recognize that you are just feeding the crocodile hoping he'll eat you last.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote encourages individuals to stand up for their beliefs despite potential backlash, suggesting that inaction can lead to greater dangers.
Ronald Reagan's quote uses the metaphor of feeding a crocodile to illustrate the consequences of not taking a stand against wrongdoings or injustices. By fearing reprisals and choosing inaction, individuals may inadvertently empower those who would do harm, ultimately leading to greater threats to their own safety and values. It serves as a reminder that facing challenges head-on is often necessary to avoid more harmful outcomes in the future.
Themes
CourageActionFearStandBeliefs
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about social justice, you might use this quote to encourage people to advocate for their rights.
More from Ronald Reagan
All quotes →Our status as a free society and world power is not based on brute strength. When we've taken up arms, it has been for the defense of freedom for ourselves and for other peaceful nations who needed our help. But now, faced with the development of weapons with immense destructive power, we've no choice but to maintain ready defense forces that are second to none. Yes, the cost is high, but the price of neglect would be infinitely higher.
Ronald ReaganRead
I'm spending more time at this library in four days than I did at the Eureka College Library in four years.
Ronald ReaganRead
I'm not a politician by profession. I am a citizen who decided I had to be personally involved in order to stand up for my own values and beliefs. My candidacy is based on my record, and for that matter, my entire life.
Ronald ReaganRead
My fellow citizens, our nation is poised for greatness. We must do what we know is right, and do it with all our might. Let history say of us: "These were golden years - when the American Revolution was reborn, when freedom gained new life, and America reached for her best."
Ronald ReaganRead
We must have faith in the people of this country and faith in our principles.
Ronald ReaganRead
Similar quotes
The only courage you will need is the courage to live the life you are meant to.
Oprah WinfreyRead
The strangest of our powers _x000D_ Is the courage to live _x000D_ Knowing that we will die, _x000D_ Knowing nothing more true.
Naz?M HikmetRead
We were marooned in a frozen desert. There was not a sign of life on the horizon and a thousand signs of death... The marvel is we did not all die of cold.
Wilfred OwenRead
Men of Color, To Arms! The case is before you. This is our golden opportunity. Let us accept it, and forever wipe out the dark reproaches unsparingly hurled against us by our enemies. Let us win for ourselves the gratitude of our country, and the best blessings of our posterity through all time.
Frederick DouglassRead
One thing I just want to say to the military families - while you might not wear a uniform, I know - we all know, the nation knows - that you serve and sacrifice right alongside of your loved ones. And we are so grateful and proud of all of you for your service to this nation.
Michelle ObamaRead
Turn on the faucet. Wash yourself with the emotion. It won’t hurt you. It will only help. If you let the fear inside, if you pull it on like a familiar shirt, then you can say to yourself, “All right, it’s just fear, I don’t have to let it control me. I see it for what it is".
Mitch AlbomRead