Welcome to the quotes page dedicated to Racism. Racism is a deeply rooted issue that has plagued societies all over the world for centuries. It is the belief in the superiority or inferiority of individuals or groups based on their race. This category explores the profound impact that racism has had on history, culture, and the human experience.
Within these quotes, you will find reflections, insights, and powerful words from individuals who have experienced or witnessed racism firsthand. The aim is to shed light on the injustices and discrimination faced by marginalized communities and to encourage dialogue and understanding.
These quotes present an opportunity for self-reflection and education, urging us to challenge our own biases and strive for a more inclusive and equitable world. They remind us of the importance of empathy, compassion, and social justice in combating racism and promoting equality.
As you explore this collection of quotes, may they inspire you to recognize the destructive nature of racism and motivate you to take action against it in your own life and within society as a whole.
Womens, they ain't like men. A woman ain't gone beat you with a stick. Miss Hilly wouldn't pull no pistol on me. Miss Leefolt wouldn't come burn my house down. No, white womens like to keep they hands clean. They got a shiny little set of tools they use, sharp as witches' fingernails, tidy and laid out neat, like the picks on a dentist tray. They gone take they time with em.
I can think of no better reason to vote against Obama than the prospect of an administration where any criticism of the President is treated as racism.
I'm pretty sure I can say that no one in my family ever asked Demetrie what it felt like to be black in Mississippi, working for our white family. It never occurred to us to ask. It was everyday life. It wasn't something people felt compelled to examine. I have wished, for many years, that I'd been old enough and thoughtful enough to ask Demetrie that question. She died when I was sixteen. I've spent years imagining what her answer would be. And that is why I wrote this book.
