FDR: “Neither can get far nor long thrive among a people who have learned to…”

On the recordNovember 1, 1936

Neither can get far nor long thrive among a people who have learned to think for themselves.

Said by

Democratic · New York

Source

Final Campaign Radio Speech of the 1936 Presidential Campaign

More from FDR

Mar 22, 1945

The name of the Office of the Coordinator of Inter-American Affairs is changed to the Office of Inter-American Affairs.

Apr 4, 1945

We are absolutely un changed in our policy of two years ago, for immediate Filipino independence.

Apr 12, 1945

I wish I had the power, just for this evening, to be present at all of these gatherings.

Mar 25, 1945

The logic of events and our clear and pressing national interest must override our old party controversies.

Other voices in this conversation

FDR: “Neither can get far nor long thrive among a people who have learned to think for themselves.”