The older you get, the more you start to realize that you can't win an argument in a relationship. You can't win a fight with your woman. Because if you lose, you lose. And if you win, you lose.
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I've always been a fan of issues around race and racialism, and I've loved playing with it. People act as though it isn't an issue, but it's a recurring theme in our lives globally.
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What this quote means
The quote reflects the ongoing prevalence of racial issues in society and emphasizes their significance in global discussions.
Trevor Noah highlights the importance of recognizing race and racialism as central themes that permeate our lives across the globe. He points out that while many may choose to ignore these issues, they remain relevant and influential in shaping societal interactions and experiences. By expressing his admiration for engaging with these complex topics, Noah encourages a deeper understanding and dialogue about race in contemporary culture.
Themes
RaceRacialismIssuesSocietyDialogueGlobal
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Example use cases
In speeches addressing social justice, you might use this quote to illustrate the importance of discussing race.
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My ideal setting is I walk from the streets, backstage, and straight onto the stage. Two minutes, and I am on the stage. That way, in my head I have gone from my world and then into a social setting with my friends.
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I live in South Africa. I'm proud to live there. I've always said I want to be a comedian from South Africa in the world. I will stay in places for a bit here and there and pop into New York for a while, maybe stay in London for a year, but my home will always be South Africa. I enjoy it too much.
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You have two choices, two paths to take as a comedian. You can tackle the difficult subjects and be harsh about it, be brash, be abrasive. But adding hatred to racism is not going to help everybody. So I like to have fun around it.
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