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I didn't realize that the platform could be this big until Colin Kaepernick first took a knee. When he did that, that was kind of an 'aha' moment for me.
Malcolm Jenkins
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What this quote means

The quote reflects a realization about the power of activism and the platform it creates for social justice.

Malcolm Jenkins expresses how Colin Kaepernick's act of taking a knee during the national anthem opened his eyes to the profound impact that a single action can have in raising awareness about social issues. This 'aha' moment underscores the importance of standing up for one's beliefs and the influence that public figures can have in sparking conversation and change.

Themes

ActivismAwarenessSocial JusticePlatformCourage

In practice

Example use cases

In a discussion about social justice, one might refer to this quote to highlight the power of individual actions.

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