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“If we tolerate prejudice toward any group, we tolerate it toward all groups,” he said. “I couldn’t have relationships that were conditional on excluding my brother—or anyone else. We are all in one fight, and our freedom is all the same freedom.” quote by Andrew Solomon
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““If we tolerate prejudice toward any group, we tolerate it toward all groups,” he said. “I couldn’t have relationships that were conditional on excluding my brother—or anyone else. We are all in one fight, and our freedom is all the same freedom.””

Andrew Solomon

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Prejudice against any group undermines universal freedom; all oppression is interconnected.

In simple terms: Prejudice against one harms all.

Key Takeaway

Stand against all prejudice.

Themes

equality human rights solidarity

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

ethical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • education
  • policy making
  • community building

Key Concepts

intersectionality collective freedom

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we recognize subtle biases?
  • What actions foster inclusive solidarity?
A Different Perspective

Prejudice can be deeply ingrained and resistant to change.

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