When violence against women is no longer societally accepted, no longer kept secret; when everyone understands that even one case is too many. That's when it will change.
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We must rekindle the fire of idealism in our society, for nothing suffocates the promise of America more than unbounded cynicism and indifference.
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What this quote means
We need to reignite our hope and ideals to counter negativity and apathy in society.
This quote highlights the importance of idealism and hope in society, emphasizing that without these qualities, cynicism and indifference can hinder progress and potential. Joe Biden underscores that belief in a better future is essential for the fulfillment of America's promise and core values.
Themes
IdealismCynicismSocietyHopePromise
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to young activists.
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