"The cost of freedom is always high, but Americans have always paid it. And one path we shall never choose, and that is the path of surrender, or submission"
- John F. Kennedy
About this Quote
John F. Kennedy's quote speaks to the value of liberty and the sacrifices that have been made to protect it. He stresses that the expense of liberty is always high, however Americans have actually always wanted to pay it. He likewise makes it clear that the United States will never ever give up or submit to any other country or power. This quote is a reminder of the courage and strength of the American people and their dedication to securing freedom. It is a suggestion that freedom is not free which it requires commitment and sacrifice. Kennedy's words are a call to action for all Americans to continue to defend flexibility and never ever give up.
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