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Anytime you see white men suppose to fight each other an…

“Anytime you see white men suppose to fight each other an you not white, well you know you got trouble, because they blah-blah loud about Democrat or Republican an they huffing an puff about democracy someplace else but relentless, see, the deal come down evil on somebody don have no shirt an tie…” quote by June Jordan
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“Anytime you see white men suppose to fight each other an you not white, well you know you got trouble, because they blah-blah loud about Democrat or Republican an they huffing an puff about democracy someplace else but relentless, see, the deal come down evil on somebody don have no shirt an tie, somebody don live in no whiteman house no whiteman country.”

June Jordan

About This Quote

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

Observes that white men fighting over politics cause trouble for non-whites, highlighting racial and political tensions.

In simple terms: White men fighting politics creates trouble for others.

Key Takeaway

Beware of divisive political conflicts.

Themes

race politics conflict identity social tension

Mood

anxious critical

Type

observational commentary

When to use this quote

  • community gatherings
  • political rallies
  • multicultural workplaces
  • neighborhood meetings

Key Concepts

racial dynamics political polarization social division

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do political fights affect community cohesion?
  • What can non-whites do to stay safe?
A Different Perspective

Overgeneralizes white men and ignores individual agency.

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