I think history repeats itself. There's a constant conversation between the oppressed and the oppressor. No matter what your field is, whether it's gender equality, the Time's Up movement, or diversity casting, it's always going to be a back-and-forth battle.
Interpretation
History shows a recurring dynamic where the oppressed challenge their oppressors, indicating ongoing struggles in various societal issues.
Michael B. Jordan's quote reflects on the cyclical nature of social justice movements, emphasizing that the struggle for equality is an ongoing dialogue between those in power and those seeking liberation. It highlights that regardless of the specific context—be it gender equality, workplace representation, or diversity in media—there will always be a tension and a need for active participation in the fight against oppression.
In practice
This quote can be used to inspire activism at a social justice rally.
You start at a young age, going on auditions, and you think you did a good job and expect to get that role, and you don't, and it's a letdown, a disappointment. So you tell yourself to just do the work and disconnect, because you have no control over the outcome.
I came to the realization that I can also satisfy my creative side by giving somebody else a chance. I don't have to be in front of the camera for every project.
I want to leave something behind. A blueprint. A work ethic. Something that my great-grandkids and their kids and their kids can see: This is where it started. Lineage. Intergenerational wealth. Things that are here forever. All that.
Nothing that is can pause or stay; / The moon will wax, the moon will wane, / The mist and cloud will turn to rain, / The rain to mist and cloud again, / Tomorrow be today.
In an organization that is unwilling to change, find the opportunity to talk and interact with people - figure out why they don't want to change. It could be habits. It could be people's personal equities and reputations are defined by the role they're in or the process they've mastered.
To resolve the climate crisis, good will, statements of intent are not enough. We are at breaking point.
The invisible is only another unexplored country, a brave new world.
Consumers are going to have get used to eating less meat - to paying more for better quality meat and eating significantly less of it.
Progress is a nice word. But change is its motivator. And change has its enemies.
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