Skip to content

Someone must show that the Afro-American race is more…

“Someone must show that the Afro-American race is more sinned against than sinning, and it seems to have fallen to me to do so. The awful death roll called every week is appalling, not only because of the lives taken, the cruelty and outrage to the victims, but because of the prejudice it fosters.” quote by William Wells Brown
Download Open image
“Someone must show that the Afro-American race is more sinned against than sinning, and it seems to have fallen to me to do so. The awful death roll called every week is appalling, not only because of the lives taken, the cruelty and outrage to the victims, but because of the prejudice it fosters.”

William Wells Brown

About This Quote

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

He argues that African Americans suffer more from systemic injustice than they cause, highlighting ongoing violence and prejudice.

In simple terms: Black people face more oppression than they cause.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and combat systemic racism.

Themes

justice racism prejudice violence

Mood

somber determined

Type

activist political

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • policy reform
  • education
  • community support

Key Concepts

systemic oppression civil rights human dignity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we reduce prejudice in daily life?
  • What policies can end violent oppression?
A Different Perspective

Addressing racism requires collective action, not just individual awareness.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by William Wells Brown

Explore all 12 William Wells Brown quotes

More Afros quotes

Browse all 77 Afros quotes