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“Being a foreigner is not a disease.” quote by Alden Nowlan
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“Being a foreigner is not a disease.”

Alden Nowlan

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Language of the People", 1971

Being a foreigner is a condition, not a disease.

In simple terms: Foreign status is not pathological.

Key Takeaway

Treat outsiders with humanity.

Themes

identity inclusion humanity

Mood

empathetic hopeful

Type

humanistic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • immigration policy
  • community building
  • education

Key Concepts

otherness social integration stigma

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does language affect perception?
  • What actions promote inclusion?
A Different Perspective

Prejudice can still label foreignness as disease.

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