Brother Quote by Angela Davis
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“I think we need to insist on a certain responsibility, which people have - particularly those who have made it into the ranks of the middle class because as [ Martin Luther] King said many years ago in a sense they have climbed out of the masses on the shoulders of their sisters and brothers and therefore, they do have some responsibility.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Commencement Address, University of California, 2016
She argues that middle‑class individuals, especially those who have risen from marginalized groups, bear a duty to support their communities.
In simple terms: Middle‑class people have a responsibility to help those still oppressed.
Key Takeaway
Use privilege to uplift others.
Themes
social justice
responsibility
class
intersectionality
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
speech
philosophical
When to use this quote
- community organizing
- policy advocacy
- mentoring programs
Key Concepts
collective duty
solidarity
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can you take to support marginalized groups?
- How does personal success affect your sense of duty?
A Different Perspective
Privilege can be used selfishly, undermining collective progress.
