336 – “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself — nameless, unreasoning, unjustified terror which paralyzes needed efforts to convert retreat into advance. In every dark hour of our national life a leadership of frankness and of vigor has met with that understanding and support of the people themselves which is essential to victory. And I am convinced that you will again give that support to leadership in these critical days.”

–Franklin D Roosevelt, 32nd President of the United States of America

Quote Number:  876

Source: Roosevelt, Franklin. “First Inaugural Address.” Speech, United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. March 4, 1933. The American Presidency Project. Online Here

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