Issue What are the essential freedoms for people around the world? Starter Part I: "We look forward to a world founded upon four essential human freedoms. The first is freedom of speech and expression—everywhere in the world. The second is freedom of every person to worship God in his own way—everywhere in the world. The third is freedom from want . . . everywhere in the world. The fourth is freedom from fear . . . anywhere in the world. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, "Four Freedoms" speech, delivered to Congress on January 6, 1941 Part II: Norman Rockwell "Four Freedoms" U.S. war bond posters. © 1943 SEPS: Licensed by Curtis Publishing, Indianapolis, IN © 1943 SEPS: Licensed by Curtis Publishing, Indianapolis, IN © 1943 SEPS: Licensed by Curtis Publishing, Indianapolis, IN © 1943 SEPS: Licensed by Curtis Publishing, Indianapolis, IN Focus Questions Do you agree with President Roosevelt's definition of the four essential human freedoms? Are there any you disagree with? Do you think any essential human freedoms have been omitted from this list? Do you think the United States has fulfilled these four freedoms for our residents? Is it possible for any country to fully enjoy these freedoms unless they are enjoyed around the world? What should America's role be in promoting these freedoms around the world? Suggested Resources Full Text of Four Freedoms Speech "Powers of Persuasion" Four Freedoms page Biography of Franklin D. Roosevelt (From FDR Library & Archives) More resources for this topic Starters for this topic: 1  2  3  4  5  All (.pdf) Note: The views expressed here have not been approved by the House of Delegates or the Board of Governors of the American Bar Association, and accordingly, should not be construed as representing the policy of the American Bar Association, nor do they represent the official position or policies of the ABA Standing Committee on Public Education.