Change Quote by Coretta Scott King
“I can't help but believe that at some time in the not-too-distant future, there is going to be another movement to change these systemic conditions of poverty, injustice, and violence in people's lives. That is where we've got to go, and it is going to be a struggle.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Civil Rights Forum, 1995
Future movements must address systemic poverty, injustice, and violence, though struggle is inevitable.
In simple terms: Change requires confronting systemic oppression despite difficulty.
Key Takeaway
Commit to fighting systemic inequities.
Themes
justice
systemic change
poverty
violence
activism
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
activist
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- community organizing
- education reform
- legal action
Key Concepts
structural inequality
social reform
collective struggle
Questions to Reflect On
- What systemic barriers persist today?
- How can individuals contribute to large‑scale reform?
A Different Perspective
Change may be slow and face resistance.
