Americanism is a question of principle, of idealism, of character. It is not a matter of birthplace, or creed, or line of descent.
Theodore RooseveltRead
There is not a man of us who does not at times need a helping hand to be stretched out to him, and then shame upon him who will not stretch out the helping hand to his brother.
Interpretation
What this quote means
We all need help at times, and it is our duty to assist others in need.
This quote by Theodore Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of compassion and community support. It suggests that every individual may encounter moments of difficulty when they require assistance, and it is shameful not to offer help to those struggling. The act of extending a helping hand to a fellow human being is portrayed not only as a moral obligation but also as a reflection of our shared humanity.
Themes
HelpCompassionCommunitySupportBrotherhood
In practice
Example use cases
During a community service event, you might quote Roosevelt to encourage volunteers to assist those in need.
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