Maybe we ought to consider a Golden Rule in foreign policy: Don't do to other nations what we don't want happening to us. We endlessly bomb these countries and then we wonder why they get upset with us?
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They ask me if I'm going to quit. I thought we were just getting started. We have a revolution to fight, a country to change.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes perseverance and dedication to a cause, suggesting that the struggle is just beginning.
In this quote, Ron Paul expresses his determination to continue fighting for change rather than giving up when faced with challenges. The phrase reflects a mindset of resilience, indicating that significant change requires ongoing effort and commitment, and that the journey is just as important as the destination.
Themes
PerseveranceChangeRevolutionDedicationFighting
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a motivational speech to inspire activists during a protest.
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