Basic human rights Quote by Haile Selassie I
““Until the philosophy which holds one race superior and another inferior is finally and permanently discredited and abandoned, everywhere is war. And until there are no longer first-class and second-class citizens of any nation, until the colour of a man's skin is of no more significance than the colour of his eyes. And until the basic human rights are equally guaranteed to all without regard to race, there is war. And until that day, the dream of lasting peace, world citizenship, rule of international morality, will remain but a fleeting illusion to be pursued, but never attained... now everywhere is war.” - Popularized by Bob Marley in the song War ””
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, 1963
War persists while racial hierarchies and unequal rights remain; true peace requires dismantling racism and ensuring equal human rights.
In simple terms: War continues until racism and inequality end.
Key Takeaway
Strive for equal rights to achieve peace.
Themes
equality
human rights
peace
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- education
- community activism
- international law
Key Concepts
social justice
racial hierarchy
global citizenship
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can societies take to eliminate racial superiority ideas?
- How can individuals promote equal rights daily?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep-rooted beliefs is slow; resistance may arise.
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