Common Quote by Bobby Scott
“The destinies of the two races in this country are indissolubly linked together, and the interests of both require that the common government of all shall not permit the seeds of race hate to be planted under the sanction of law.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Address, United States Senate, 1975
The quote urges that different racial groups must be treated as interdependent, and law should not allow hate to be institutionalized.
In simple terms: Races are linked; law must forbid hate.
Promote inclusive policies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative debates
- community outreach
- education programs
- media reporting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can laws effectively prevent racial hatred?
- What role does education play in fostering unity?
Legal constraints may be insufficient without cultural change.