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Four Freedoms Speech: Sacrifices (Sentences 101-108) Summary

Get Ready to Be Uncomfortable

  • FDR claims that the future of America's happiness depends on how quickly it helps countries in need, and that the dangers of the future are unpredictable.
  • America needs to keep all of its options open in terms of defense. To do this, serious sacrifices must be made because the safety of the country comes first.
  • He charges everyone with the responsibility of making sacrifices for the war effort, especially leaders in various communities and business sectors.
  • Uh...then he encourages the shaming of political dissenters and makes a shady statement about using the power of the law to persuade especially stubborn dissenters to join the war effort.
  • He again claims the future happiness of America is dependent upon how quickly and efficiently they can increase their defenses and provide assistance to nations under attack.