In the long history of the world, only a few generations have been granted the role
of defending freedom in its hour of maximum
danger. I do not shrink from this
responsibility-I welcome it. I do not believe that
any of us would exchange
places
with any other people or any other generation. The energy
, the faith, the
devotion which we bring to this endeavor
will light our country and
all who
serve it. And the glow from that fire can truly light
the world.
And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you; ask what
you can do for your country.
My fellow citizens of the world, ask not what America will do for you, but what
together we can do for the freedom of man.
Adapted from John F. Kennedy, "Inaugural Address"
How does this strategy help John F. Kennedy encourage Americans and people worldwide to
work together for freedom?
It inspires unity and enthusiasm to aid in the global struggle for freedom.
It makes American listeners feel grateful for the freedoms they enjoy.
It invites listeners to distinguish between America's interests and the world's
interests.