Stephen Ritz - Teachers Make a Difference - Robert Shetterly

The speaker reflects on the profound influence of Robert Shetterly, an artist and activist, in shaping their understanding of truth and storytelling. They emphasize the importance of resisting injustice as a path to freedom and highlight the need for courage over conformity. The speaker is inspired by Shetterly's work and aims to instill these values in their students, encouraging them to contribute to the greater global good.

Who is described as the greatest teacher in the speaker's life?

• A scientist named Albert Einstein

• An artist named Robert Shetterly

• A writer named Mark Twain

• A musician named Ludwig van Beethoven

What does the speaker suggest is within every American?

• A desire for wealth

• A truth that needs to be told

• A hidden talent

• A sense of humor

According to the speaker, what is the measure of our freedom?

• The amount of wealth we accumulate

• The degree to which we resist injustice

• The number of friends we have

• The level of education we achieve

What does the speaker say is the opposite of courage?

• Conformity

• Fear

• Laziness

• Ignorance

What metaphor does the speaker use to describe conformity?

• A bird in a cage

• A ship lost at sea

• A dead fish going with the flow

• A tree in a storm