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“The world-wide struggle between the primary races of mankind—the ‘conflict of color,’ as it has been happily termed—bids fair to be the fundamental problem of the twentieth century, and great communities like the United States of America, the South African Confederation, and Australasia” quote by T. Lothrop Stoddard
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““The world-wide struggle between the primary races of mankind—the ‘conflict of color,’ as it has been happily termed—bids fair to be the fundamental problem of the twentieth century, and great communities like the United States of America, the South African Confederation, and Australasia””

T. Lothrop Stoddard

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Racial conflict is framed as the central issue of the twentieth century, shaping global politics.

In simple terms: Racial tensions dominate historical narratives.

Key Takeaway

Address underlying causes of division.

Themes

race conflict history

Mood

critical analytical

Type

political historical

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • education

Key Concepts

colonialism social theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does framing conflict shape policy?
  • What alternative narratives exist?
A Different Perspective

may perpetuate stereotypes.

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