Abortion Quote by Alveda King
“Abortion and racism are both symptoms of a fundamental human error. The error is thinking that when someone stands in the way of our wants, we can justify getting that person out of our lives. Abortion and racism stem from the same poisonous root, selfishness.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 2020
Human error lies in selfish justification that removes perceived obstacles, linking abortion and racism as manifestations of self‑centered thinking.
In simple terms: Selfishness causes both abortion opposition and racism.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and curb selfish motives.
Themes
ethics
human rights
social justice
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political debate
- activism
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
selfishness
justification
dehumanization
Questions to Reflect On
- How does selfishness influence moral judgments?
- Can empathy replace justification?
A Different Perspective
Selfishness may be overstated as the sole cause.
