Arrogance Quote by Cornel West
“I still have a righteous indignation at injustice, no matter what form it takes. It could be homophobia, it could be white supremacy, male supremacy, imperial arrogance, class subordination or whatever.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture, 2015, Cornell University
A persistent moral outrage against any form of oppression, regardless of its specific manifestation
In simple terms: A strong sense of justice against all oppression
Key Takeaway
Stand against injustice in all its forms
Themes
justice
activism
solidarity
Mood
determined
passionate
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- civil rights protests
- online activism
- community organizing
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
moral outrage
intersectionality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you channel indignation into effective action?
- What forms of injustice are most overlooked?
A Different Perspective
Oppression can be subtle and systemic, making it hard to address directly
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