Life must be lived and curiosity kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life.
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When all is said and done, and statesmen discuss the future of the world, the fact remains that people fight these wars.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The essence of conflicts lies not in political discussions but in the experiences of the people involved.
Eleanor Roosevelt's quote highlights the fundamental truth that while leaders may engage in dialogues and negotiations regarding global issues, it is ultimately ordinary people who bear the brunt of wars and conflicts. The quote serves as a reminder that the consequences of political decisions deeply affect human lives and that those engaged in combat are the ones truly impacted by these discussions about the future.
Themes
WarPoliticsPeopleFutureConflict
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on peace, one might reference this quote to emphasize the human cost of war.
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