Political Quotes

FDR: “In spite of spreading wars I think that we have every right and every reason to maintain as a national policy the…”

On the record
In spite of spreading wars I think that we have every right and every reason to maintain as a national policy the fundamental moralities, the teachings of religion and the continuation of efforts to restore peace--for some day, though the time may be distant, we can be of even greater help to a crippled humanity.
Said by
FDR
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt asserts the importance of maintaining moral values and efforts for peace despite ongoing wars.

Share

More from FDR

Apr 4, 1945

It seems obvious that we will be more or less responsible for security in all the Pacific waters.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Apr 9, 1945

The Secretary of the Interior shall make employment available and provide protection to all employees working at such mines.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Other voices in this conversation