All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood. - Article I of The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations in 1948. The above document has been in existence since its adoption by the UN in 1948. One of its authors is a name we've heard before, but her role in American history is slowly being forgotten. Perhaps because of the simple passage of time; maybe because today our world moves so fast we can't keep a handle on the past; or we don't think it relates to our life today. A little simplification would be the first step toward rational living, I think.
She encouraged her husband to continue his political career despite suffering from a crippling disease, and remained by his side and his strongest supporter, even though she knew he was unfaithful.She had character, common sense, and held her own press conferences. She wrote a daily column, and was the eyes and ears and legs of her husband during the economic crises of the 1930's, and world war in the 1940's. Remarkably insightful, there are many collections on the quotes she left behind; I've included a few of the best ones here.
During one of our countries darkest times, she was a strong heroine. She called the Hudson Valley home when not in Washington, or travelling the globe. Actually, she had two homes in Hyde Park: the one shared with her family (and mother-in-law), and her own cottage just a few miles away which was called Val-Kill. The land was a favorite spot for family picnics, and eventually, her husband leased the land to her to build a stone cottage for her friends and political associates. She considered it her "laboratory" for social change.
At her death in 1962, her son John remained on the property, and sold it in 1970. A group of concerned local citizens opposed the plans to build a senior citizen community, and after protesting before the town board, the request by the new owner was denied. The stone cottage still stands as her testament to public service and in 1999 was designated an American Treasure.
Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people. That's why I'll be at the FDR Historic Home in Hyde Park on Monday, October 11th for the celebration of her 126th birthday. Plans call for a wreath laying at her resting spot by her grandson, David.
This is what a cartoon said about her after she died. "She was so revered by the public that a commemorative cartoon published at the time simply showed two angels looking down towards an opening in the clouds with the caption 'She's here.' No introduction was needed." - Answers.com
She encouraged her husband to continue his political career despite suffering from a crippling disease, and remained by his side and his strongest supporter, even though she knew he was unfaithful.She had character, common sense, and held her own press conferences. She wrote a daily column, and was the eyes and ears and legs of her husband during the economic crises of the 1930's, and world war in the 1940's. Remarkably insightful, there are many collections on the quotes she left behind; I've included a few of the best ones here.
During one of our countries darkest times, she was a strong heroine. She called the Hudson Valley home when not in Washington, or travelling the globe. Actually, she had two homes in Hyde Park: the one shared with her family (and mother-in-law), and her own cottage just a few miles away which was called Val-Kill. The land was a favorite spot for family picnics, and eventually, her husband leased the land to her to build a stone cottage for her friends and political associates. She considered it her "laboratory" for social change.
At her death in 1962, her son John remained on the property, and sold it in 1970. A group of concerned local citizens opposed the plans to build a senior citizen community, and after protesting before the town board, the request by the new owner was denied. The stone cottage still stands as her testament to public service and in 1999 was designated an American Treasure.
Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people. That's why I'll be at the FDR Historic Home in Hyde Park on Monday, October 11th for the celebration of her 126th birthday. Plans call for a wreath laying at her resting spot by her grandson, David.
This is what a cartoon said about her after she died. "She was so revered by the public that a commemorative cartoon published at the time simply showed two angels looking down towards an opening in the clouds with the caption 'She's here.' No introduction was needed." - Answers.com
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