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It isnt enough to talk about peace. One must believe in it. And it isnt enough to believe in it. One must work at it
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"It isn't enough to talk about peace. One must believe in it. And it isn't enough to believe in it. One must work at it"

- Eleanor Roosevelt

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In this quote, Eleanor Roosevelt stresses the importance of doing something about it towards accomplishing peace. She thinks that simply speaking about peace is not enough, one must genuinely think in it and actively work towards it. Merely thinking in peace is not sufficient, as it requires effort and devotion to make it a reality. Roosevelt's words serve as a suggestion that peace is not something that can be attained passively, however rather it requires a mindful effort from people to actively promote and work towards it. This quote highlights the importance of taking responsibility and actively contributing towards creating a tranquil world.

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Eleanor Roosevelt This quote is written / told by Eleanor Roosevelt between October 11, 1884 and November 7, 1962. She was a famous First Lady from USA. The author also have 59 other quotes.

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