This I Believe

Robert A. Heinlein expresses his belief in the fundamental goodness of humanity, citing examples from his community—from charitable neighbors to honest craftsmen and dedicated public servants—to argue that decency and kindness far outweigh the crimes and wrongdoings that dominate headlines. He asserts faith in human resilience and virtue across all races and nations, contending that civilization has survived by the narrowest margins through the honest efforts of ordinary people, and he believes humanity will ultimately endure and spread beyond Earth.