The difference between a child's aspiration and that family's situation, is the exact measurement of that family's frustrations.
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With all the other -isms that we deal with, that sort of nameless -ism that we have in too many of our hearts against the poor in this country is what wounds us most broadly.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote addresses the underlying prejudices against the poor that affect society as a whole.
Benjamin Todd Jealous highlights the pervasive, often unacknowledged biases or 'isms' that individuals hold against those who are impoverished. He suggests that these negative attitudes create wounds in our society, causing harm not only to the individuals who suffer from poverty but also reflecting poorly on our collective humanity. This statement serves as a call to recognize and address these injustices within our hearts and communities.
Themes
PovertyPrejudiceSocietyInjusticeCompassion
In practice
Example use cases
In a community meeting discussing social welfare programs.
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