I'm not British. I'm not American. I'm not French. Whatever thing they practise, that is their business. I am an African. I am Rwandese.
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In a state of poverty, illiteracy, people just remain exposed to all kinds of manipulation. That's what we have lived. It's easier to tell a poor person, 'You know what, you are poor, you're hungry because the other one has taken away your rights.'
Interpretation
What this quote means
Poverty and lack of education can make individuals vulnerable to manipulation and misinformation.
This quote by Paul Kagame highlights the dangers of poverty and illiteracy, suggesting that individuals in these states are easily susceptible to external influences that exploit their circumstances. It underscores the importance of education and empowerment as means to break free from cycles of poverty and manipulation.
Themes
PovertyManipulationIlliteracyEducationEmpowerment
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be shared during a seminar on social justice to emphasize the need for educational reform.
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