American colonists have used the words of Jefferson to defend their right to get independence from Great Britain.
Blacks affected by slavery and who faced discrimination because of their race have often reechoed Jefferson's words in their fight against discrimination. For example, Martin Luther King, Jr in his famous letter written from Birmingham City Jail included Jefferson's statements about "all men are created equal...".
Some right groups have also used Jefferson's words to gain equal treatment in society.
It matches because Eleanor helped the soldiers and the quote is saying its your choice if you want to help the world, or just do nothing and Eleanor helped the world.
