Quotes about Freedom

We, in this country, in this generation, are - by destiny rather than by choice - the watchmen on the walls of world freedom.

Freedom is indivisible, and when one man is enslaved, all are not free.

Equality in America has never meant literal equality of condition or capacity. There will always be inequalities in character and ability in any society. Equality has meant rather that in the words of the Declaration of Independence, All men are created equal and are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights. It is meant that in a democratic society there should be no inequalities in opportunities or in freedoms.

The rights of man come not from the generosity of the state but from the hand of God

Thou wast not born for death, immortal bird!

I sit, and moan, Like one who once had wings.

To one who has been long in city pent, 'Tis very sweet to look into the fair And open face of heaven,—to breathe a prayer Full in the smile of the blue firmament.

Imagine no possessions, I wonder if you can.

Progress stems from education, culture, freedom and equality. Without these fundamentals, mankind will flounder.

As you let go of the complications, emotional toxins, and everything else that isn't serving you, you will be free to experience the happiness that exists in simplicity.

All distinctions of birth or of rank have been abolished. All citizens, whether native or adopted, are placed upon terms of precise equality. All are entitled to equal rights and equal protection.

As I would not be a slave, so I would not be a master. This expresses my idea of democracy.