We live in a society of an imposed forgetfulness, a society that depends on public amnesia.
Angela DavisRead
Human beings cannot be willed and molded into non-existence.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the innate existence and resilience of human beings against attempts to erase their identity or agency.
Angela Davis's quote highlights the fundamental truth that human beings possess an inherent existence and autonomy that cannot simply be dismissed or erased. It underscores the idea that, despite societal pressures or oppressive forces that may attempt to suppress individuality or agency, the essence of humanity endures, representing a powerful statement about resilience, identity, and the human spirit.
Themes
HumanityExistenceResilienceIdentityAgency
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about the importance of recognizing human rights and dignity.
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