Activist Quote by Jesse Jackson
“The white, the Hispanic, the black, the Arab, the Jew, the woman, the Native American, the small farmer, the businessperson, the environmentalist, the peace activist, the young, the old, the lesbian, the gay and the disabled make up the American quilt.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the 1992 Democratic National Convention, 1992
The quote celebrates the diverse groups that compose the United States, likening them to pieces of a quilt that together create a unified whole.
In simple terms: America is made of many different people together.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and value every group's contribution.
Themes
diversity
inclusion
unity
identity
social justice
Mood
hopeful
proud
inspirational
Type
social
political
motivational
When to use this quote
- community building
- policy making
- education curricula
- media representation
- activism
Key Concepts
intersectionality
collective identity
social fabric
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we turn this diversity into collective strength?
- What actions foster genuine inclusion?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on differences can foster division if not paired with shared purpose.
![“Some kinds of activists are more willing to try stuff out, see if works and think on their feet, but some of the people who are working on [change] find that very difficult: They've been schooled into thinking you have to come up with the perfect plan in advance. It has become a bit technocratic.” quote by Duncan Green](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d17/duncan-green-20105_activist_some-kinds-of-activists-are-more-willing_57391.jpg)
