If freedom makes social progress possible, so social progress strengthens and enlarges freedom. The two are inseparable partners in the great adventure of humanity.
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Progress is a nice word. But change is its motivator. And change has its enemies.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Progress is driven by change, but change often faces resistance from those who fear it.
In this quote, Robert Kennedy highlights the relationship between progress and change, emphasizing that while progress is a desirable outcome, it is the act of changing that enables it. However, he also acknowledges that change is not universally welcomed and often encounters opposition from individuals or groups who prefer the status quo, suggesting that embracing change is crucial for achieving progress.
Themes
ProgressChangeMotivationEnemiesResistance
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about embracing change in the workplace.
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