Independence is never given to a people, it has to be earned; and, once earned, must be defended.
Interpretation
True independence requires effort and vigilance to maintain.
This quote emphasizes that independence is not simply granted to a group; it is a hard-fought achievement that requires perseverance and a commitment to protect it. It highlights the idea that once a society gains its autonomy, it must constantly work to safeguard its freedoms against external and internal threats.
In practice
During a speech about national pride and autonomy.
Palestine must be built up without violating the legitimate interests of the Arabs.. Palestine is not Rhodesia... 600,0000 Arabs live there, who before the sense of justice of the world have exactly the same rights to their homes as we have to our National Home.
A law is something which must have a moral basis, so that there is an inner compelling force for every citizen to obey.
Be brave. Take risks. Nothing can substitute experience.
Men often bear little grievances with less courage than they do large misfortunes.
I think another aspect of being a young adult with cancer is that most of your friends, hopefully, you know, have never had to experience life-threatening illnesses themselves.
So many people who deal with sexual harassment don't have the means to file lawsuits or to get legal representation or legal advice.
There is no more sagacious animal than the Icelandic horse. He is stopped by neither snow, nor storm, nor impassable roads, nor rocks, glaciers, or anything. He is courageous, sober, and surefooted. He never makes a false step, never shies. If there is a river or fjord to cross (and we shall meet with many) you will see him plunge in at once, just as if he were amphibious, and gain the opposite bank.
There's no reason for the establishment to fear me. But it has every right to fear the people collectively - I am one with the people.
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