Lgbt-rights Quotes by DaShanne Stokes

“Those who benefit from unearned privilege are too often quick to discount those who don't.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Saying it's hard being straight is like complaining to the poor that it's difficult being wealthy.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Bigots often like to say they're the ones being hurt as they oppress and hurt others. Never fall for the 'pity the…

— DaShanne Stokes

“Persecution complexes are reaffirming to those who benefit from unearned privileges.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“It speaks volumes when people who are discriminated against go on to discriminate against others.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Privilege is when you can afford to sit back and watch as others' rights are trampled upon.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Amazing how eye and skin color come in many shades yet many think sexuality is just gay or straight.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Privilege is when you contribute to the oppression of others and then claim that you are the one being discriminated against.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Those with unearned privileges often spin things as 'political correctness' to further silence those they wish to oppress.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Bigotry that is known and visible is bigotry that can be challenged.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Standing against discrimination for some while supporting discrimination against others hurts us all.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Bigotry and sexism destroy the unity needed for a nation to live.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Political correctness' as 'over-sensitivity' is code for saying the privileged shouldn't have their unearned privileges questioned.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Saying something is 'politically correct' is often a way of dismissing the voices of the oppressed.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“When we allow violence against some, we enable violence against all.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“When you've grown up mis-educated, surrounded by fear and hate, unaware of your privilege, lies can sound like the truth.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“It's not 'over-sensitivity' to ask to be treated with the same dignity and respect shown to others.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Only by speaking out can we create lasting change. And that change begins with coming out.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Privilege is presuming to speak for others you know nothing about.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Discrimination is discrimination, even when people claim it's 'tradition.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“Political correctness’ is a label the privileged often use to distract from their privilege and hate.”

— DaShanne Stokes

“If you think being straight means you're being discriminated against, you're probably misreading your privilege.”

— DaShanne Stokes