And so I would not enforce a law that would reject people and turn them away without giving them a fair and due process to determine if we should give them asylum and refuge.
Kamala HarrisRead
The struggle for justice doesn't end with me. This struggle is for all the Troy Davises who came before me and all the ones who will come after me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the ongoing fight for justice that extends beyond an individual.
Troy Anthony Davis highlights the importance of collective struggle in the pursuit of justice. He acknowledges that his fight is not just about his own experience but is part of a broader movement that encompasses those who have suffered injustice before him and those who will continue to face it in the future. This perspective reinforces the idea that justice is a shared responsibility and an ongoing endeavor for society as a whole.
Themes
JusticeStruggleSocietyFightResponsibility
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about civil rights, one could use this quote to highlight the enduring nature of the fight for equity.
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