Adoption Quote by Jacob M. Appel
![“Victory [over homophobia] may require five or maybe 20 years. Yet I have no doubt that "don't ask, don't tell" and same-sex adoption bans will be as unspeakable and inexplicable to my grandchildren as counting a slave as three-fifths of a human being.” quote by Jacob M. Appel](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/1e2/jacob-m-appel-13412_adoption_victory-over-homophobia-may-require-five_3091445.jpg)
“Victory [over homophobia] may require five or maybe 20 years. Yet I have no doubt that "don't ask, don't tell" and same-sex adoption bans will be as unspeakable and inexplicable to my grandchildren as counting a slave as three-fifths of a human being.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Future of LGBTQ Rights, 2023
Social progress often takes decades, but future generations may view past injustices as unimaginable.
In simple terms: Future generations may see past oppression as absurd.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for equality now.
Themes
equality
social change
generational perspective
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
activist
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- education
- family discussions
- media representation
Key Concepts
human rights
cultural shift
legal reform
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we accelerate acceptance?
- What role does education play?
A Different Perspective
Change can be slower than hoped, facing entrenched opposition.
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