Those revolutionaries who have, by chance, escaped the gallows should live and show to the world that they cannot only embrace gallows for the ideal but also bear the worst type of tortures in the dark, dingy prison cells.
Bhagat SinghRead
We cannot keep turning our backs on gay and lesbian Americans. I have fought too hard and too long against discrimination based on race and color not to stand up against discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Standing up against discrimination is essential for equality among all groups, including LGBTQ+ individuals.
This quote emphasizes the importance of fighting against all forms of discrimination, including those faced by gay and lesbian Americans. John E. Lewis draws a parallel between the struggles against racial discrimination and the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights, asserting that standing up for one group necessitates standing up for others to promote true equality and justice in society.
Themes
DiscriminationEqualitySexual OrientationRightsJustice
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a pride event to emphasize the importance of inclusivity.
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