Actually Quote by George Jackson
“They have learned that resistance is actually possible. The holds are beginning to slip away.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Prisoners' Rights Rally, 1970
Recognizing that resistance can succeed changes power dynamics, weakening oppressors.
In simple terms: Resistance can work, weakening power.
Key Takeaway
Support collective action.
Themes
resistance
power
change
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
motivational
political
When to use this quote
- activism
- labor strikes
- civil rights protests
- community organizing
Key Concepts
social movements
psychology
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we sustain resistance?
- What allies are needed?
A Different Perspective
Oppression may adapt, making resistance harder.
